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Bantamweight Collection

"Bantamweight: A Legacy of Skill and Tenacity" In the world of boxing, the bantamweight division has witnessed some truly remarkable fighters throughout history

Background imageBantamweight Collection: Johnny Coulon, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service

Johnny Coulon, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Johnny Coulon, between c1910 and c1915. Shows bantam weight boxing champion of the world (1910-1914), Johnny Coulon (1889-1910).

Background imageBantamweight Collection: Williams [and] Young Britt, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service

Williams [and] Young Britt, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Williams [and] Young Britt, between c1910 and c1915. Shows boxers John Gutenko (Kid Williams) and Henry Treffinger (Young Britt), probably in Baltimore, MD

Background imageBantamweight Collection: Oliver Kirk, American boxer and two-time Olympic gold medal winner, between c1910 and c1915

Oliver Kirk, American boxer and two-time Olympic gold medal winner, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Oliver Kirk, American boxer and two-time Olympic gold medal winner, between c1910 and c1915.

Background imageBantamweight Collection: French boxer Charles 'Little Apache' Ledoux, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service

French boxer Charles "Little Apache" Ledoux, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
French boxer Charles "Little Apache" Ledoux, between c1910 and c1915.

Background imageBantamweight Collection: French boxer Charles 'Little Apache' Ledoux and Frank Fleming, between c1910 and c1915

French boxer Charles "Little Apache" Ledoux and Frank Fleming, between c1910 and c1915.

Background imageBantamweight Collection: French boxer Charles 'Little Apache' Ledoux, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service

French boxer Charles "Little Apache" Ledoux, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
French boxer Charles "Little Apache" Ledoux, between c1910 and c1915.

Background imageBantamweight Collection: Young Britt [and] Williams, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service

Young Britt [and] Williams, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Young Britt [and] Williams, between c1910 and c1915.

Background imageBantamweight Collection: Battling Charlie Lohn, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service

Battling Charlie Lohn, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Battling Charlie Lohn, between c1910 and c1915.

Background imageBantamweight Collection: Drew Docherty

Drew Docherty Bantamweight Boxer 26 September 1998 Date: 26 September 1998

Background imageBantamweight Collection: Patrick Mullings

Patrick Mullings Super Bantamweight Boxer 07 August 1998 Date: 07 August 1998

Background imageBantamweight Collection: Harry Ware, English boxer

Harry Ware, English boxer
Harry Ware (1875-19??), English bantamweight boxer. Date: circa 1900s

Background imageBantamweight Collection: Terry McGovern, American professional boxer

Terry McGovern, American professional boxer
Terrible Terry McGovern (1880-1918), American professional boxer, world bantamweight and featherweight champion. circa 1900s

Background imageBantamweight Collection: Johnny King, British boxer, 1938

Johnny King, British boxer, 1938. Johnny King (1912-1963) fought a remarkable 225 times at flyweight and later, bantamweight, winning 149 times with 49 losses and 14 draws

Background imageBantamweight Collection: Terry McHale - Liverpudlian Bantamweight Boxer

Terry McHale - Liverpudlian Bantamweight Boxer
Terry McHale (1934-2011) - from Gerard Street, the heart of Liverpools " Little Italy" - a Bantamweight Boxer, later a boxing promoter and pub landlord

Background imageBantamweight Collection: Peter Kane, British boxer, 1938

Peter Kane, British boxer, 1938. Kane (1918-1991) won the world flyweight title in 1938 when he beat Jackie Jurich of the United States on points in Liverpool

Background imageBantamweight Collection: Boxers, Teddy Baldock ( left ) and Archie Bell. They will meet at the Albert

Boxers, Teddy Baldock ( left ) and Archie Bell. They will meet at the Albert Hall to decide the championship of the world at the bantamweight limit. 3 May 1927

Background imageBantamweight Collection: British boxers, Teddy Baldock ( left ) and Archie Bell. They will meet at the

British boxers, Teddy Baldock ( left ) and Archie Bell. They will meet at the Albert Hall to decide the Championship of the World at the bantamweight limit. 3 May 1927

Background imageBantamweight Collection: Famous boxers. Alfonso Teofilo Brown, better known as Panama Al Brown. 1 September

Famous boxers. Alfonso Teofilo Brown, better known as Panama Al Brown. 1 September 1929



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"Bantamweight: A Legacy of Skill and Tenacity" In the world of boxing, the bantamweight division has witnessed some truly remarkable fighters throughout history. One such fighter was Johnny King, a British boxer who made waves in 1938 with his lightning-fast punches and strategic footwork. Another notable figure in this weight class was Terry McHale, a Liverpudlian bantamweight boxer known for his relentless determination inside the ring. His fierce fighting spirit earned him respect among fans and opponents alike. Drew Docherty is another name that cannot be overlooked when discussing bantamweights. This Scottish boxer possessed an uncanny ability to outmaneuver his adversaries, leaving them bewildered by his quick reflexes and precise counterattacks. Patrick Mullings also left an indelible mark on the bantamweight scene. Hailing from Jamaica, he showcased incredible power combined with exceptional technical skills that often left spectators in awe. Harry Ware, an English boxer renowned for his agility and defensive prowess, proved time and again why he deserved to be mentioned alongside these greats. His ability to evade blows while delivering devastating combinations made him a formidable opponent. Across the Atlantic Ocean, Terry McGovern emerged as one of America's most celebrated professional boxers within this weight category. Known for his explosive punching power, McGovern became a force to be reckoned with during his prime years. Peter Kane was yet another British boxer who etched himself into bantamweight history during 1938. With unparalleled speed and accuracy in every strike thrown, Kane dominated opponents effortlessly throughout his career. The dedication displayed by Drew Docherty cannot go unnoticed either; he exemplified what it meant to possess unwavering commitment towards achieving greatness within this competitive division. Similarly driven was Patrick Mullings - a fighter whose hunger for victory propelled him forward even against seemingly insurmountable odds; each bout served as a testament to his unwavering determination.