1925 Exhibits, Bobby Garcia, United States Army Featherweight Champion. 🥊
Bobby Garcia, the Army Featherweight Champion, played a significant role in military boxing during the mid-20th century. Known for his speed, technical skill, and relentless determination in the ring, Garcia was a standout figure among United States Army boxers. His success as featherweight champion helped raise the profile of U.S. Armed Forces boxing programs, which were crucial in developing discipline, athleticism, and morale among service members. Garcia’s achievements also symbolized the competitive excellence fostered within the United States Army and inspired many young soldiers to pursue boxing both in and out of uniform.

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1910 T220 Champions Jas J. Corbett.
Known as “Gentleman Jim,” James J. Corbett revolutionized boxing in the late 19th century with his scientific approach and graceful footwork. He famously defeated bare-knuckle legend John L. Sullivan in 1892 to become the first gloved heavyweight champion under the Marquess of Queensberry Rules. More than just a fighter, Corbett brought class, strategy, and showmanship to the sport—paving the way for modern boxing as both a spectacle and a science.

Known as The Pittsburgh Windmill, Harry Greb was one of boxing’s most relentless and fearless fighters of the 1920s. With over 300 recorded bouts, Greb defeated 18 world champions—often fighting with a blind eye and unmatched stamina. He held the world middleweight title and famously gave heavyweight great Gene Tunney his only career loss. Greb’s whirlwind style, iron jaw, and non-stop punching made him a boxing legend.

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This is the oldest boxing card in my collection.
1888 Allen & Ginter, Ike Weir
Weir was an Irish boxer, credited with being the first man to be crowned featherweight world champion.