Heavy Weight Collection (page 21)

American heavyweight pugilist. Photographed in 1910
JACK JOHNSON (1878-1946). American heavyweight pugilist. Photographed in 1910

James J. ( Gentleman Jim ) Corbett shakes hands with John J. Sullivan after their championship fight in New Orleans
CORBETT & SULLIVAN, 1892. James J. ( Gentleman Jim ) Corbett shakes hands with John J. Sullivan after their championship fight in New Orleans, 7 September 1892. Line engraving from the Police Gazette

JACK JOHNSON (1878-1946). American heavyweight pugilist. Photographed c1910-1915

American heavyweight pugilist. Photographed in 1909
JACK JOHNSON (1878-1946). American heavyweight pugilist. Photographed in 1909

American heavyweight pugilist
FLOYD PATTERSON (1935-2006). American heavyweight pugilist

Heavyweight boxing, 1948 London Olympics
E.J. Lambert of the USA (right) and F. Bothy of Belgium competing for heavyweight honours at the Empire Pool (hence the reflection in the lower half of the photograph)

JACK DEMPSEY (1895-1983). American boxer. Jack Dempsey fighting an opponent, c1919

Jack Johnson (1878-1946)
Photographic portrait of Arthur John Johnson, better known as Jack Johnson, the American heavyweight boxer, pictured in 1908. Johnson was the World Heavyweight Champion between 1908 and 1915

The Carpentier-Beckett Fight, 1919
Photograph showing Georges Carpentier (white shorts) punching Joe Beckett during their fight for the Heavyweight Championship of Europe, 4th December 1919

Jack Johnson and Tommy Burns, 1908
Photographs showing Jack Johnson (1878-1946)(left) and Tommy Burns (1881-1955), the heavyweight boxers who fought for the World Championship in Sydney, Australia, in 1908

Tommy Farr and Clarence Burman, 1939
Photograph of Tommy Farr (1914-1986)(left) and Clarence Red Burman, after their heavyweight boxing match, Harringay, London, 1939

Tommy Burns (1881-1955)
Photograph of Tommy Burns, the Canadian heavyweight boxer who was World Champion between 1906 and 1908, pictured in 1908

Carpentier and Dempsey, 1921
Photographic portraits of Georges Carpentier (1894-1975) and Jack Dempsey (1895-1983), the heavyweight boxers who fought for the World Championship in 1921

Tommy Burns sparring with a partner, 1908
Series of photographs showing Tommy Burns (1881-1955), the Canadian heavyweight boxer, boxing with a sparring partner, 1908. Burns was World Heavyweight Champion between 1906 and 1908

Jack Dempsey (1895-1983)
Photographic portrait of Jack Dempsey, the American heavyweight boxer. Date of portrait unknown

Jack Dempsey, c. 1925
Photographic portrait of Jack Dempsey (1895-1983) the American heavyweight boxer. The date of this picture is unknown, but probably c.1925

Jack Dempsey, Boxer 1921
Jack Dempsey (1895 - 1983) pictured before defending his heavyweight crown against Carpentier on July 2 1921. Dempsey won in front of 90, 000 fans and a live radio audience

Larry Johnson C 1930
Larry Johnson, a promising heavyweight of the era, adopts his boxing stance

Jack Dempsey / 1920S
JACK DEMPSEY, world heavyweight champion between 1919 and 1926, was once described as " 187 pounds of unbridled violence" ; here he asks the cards to tell him his future

Carnera Meets Chevalier
Italian boxer PRIMO CARNERA (1906 - 1967), World Heavyweight Champion 1933-34, shaking hands with French actor and singer MAURICE CHEVALIER (1888 - 1972)

Carpentier Wins
The French heavyweight knocks out another opponent

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"Heavyweight Legends: From The Beatles to Ali, a Journey through Boxing History" Step into the ring of boxing history as we explore the captivating world of heavyweight champions. In 1964, The Beatles found themselves clowning around with none other than Cassius Clay, who would later become Muhammad Ali. This playful encounter took place just one week before his iconic championship fight against Sonny Liston. Speaking of unforgettable fights, Rocky Marciano's career-defining moment came when he was downed in the first round during his heavyweight title fight with Jersey. Despite this setback, Marciano went on to become one of the most revered boxers in history. Travel back even further to 1921 and witness "The Dempsey-Carpentier Fight, " an epic showdown that captivated audiences worldwide. Daniel Mendoza, a legendary British boxer from the late 18th century, also left an indelible mark on boxing history with his innovative fighting style. Joe Louis made waves in 1936 as he emerged victorious and became a symbol of hope for many during challenging times. Jack Johnson not only dominated inside the ring but also showcased his love for speed off it by posing confidently on his racing motor car. Tommy Farr may not be as widely known today, but this Welsh fighter's resilience and determination earned him a spot among boxing's heavyweights. Another prominent figure from yesteryears is Jack Johnson; his battles both inside and outside the ring challenged societal norms at every turn. In 1910, Jack Johnson faced James Jeffries in what was billed as "The Fight of the Century. " This historic bout highlighted racial tensions prevalent at that time while showcasing Johnson's incredible skills. Across the pond, Joe Beckett proudly represented Britain as its heavyweight champion. And who can forget Gene Tunney? His famous long count against Dempsey still echoes through boxing lore after their monumental clash at Soldier Field in Chicago.