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Joe Gans

American boxer (1874-1910) · United States · On the map · Athletes · Died at 35

Joe Gans was an American professional boxer. Gans was rated the greatest lightweight boxer of all time by boxing historian and Ring Magazine founder Nat Fleischer.

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Awards

International Boxing Hall of Fame1990

About this person

Known as the "Old Master," Gans became the first African-American world boxing champion of the 20th century, reigning continuously as world lightweight champion from 1902 to 1908, defending the title 15 times against 13 other boxers. He was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 1990.

Country
United States
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1874 to 1910 · aged 35

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