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1954 C.H. Knorr Siege-Rekorde-Sensationen #14 Joe Louis/John Henry Lewis (Graded PSA 5 EX) / (2x) 1957 Sweetule Products Sports Records Blue Back #21 Joe Louis (1 Graded PSA 7 NM) Boxing Cigarette Trading Cards (3 Cards Total - 2 PSA). (PSA Certification: 43811248 & 16783276). Nicknamed the "Brown Bomber", Louis is widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential boxers of all time. He was the undisputed heavyweight champion for well over a decade (1937-1949), which is the longest single reign of any fighter in boxing history. He was victorious in 25 consecutive title defenses, which is a record for any weight class. His legacy extends far beyond the ring as he was a folk hero to African Americans, and likely the first black man to achieve nationwide celebrity status in the US. Much like Jesse Owens, his athletic performance garnered significant political attention. In 1938 his historic rematch with Max Schmeling was billed as the "Battle of the Century". The German was heavily promoted by the Nazi propaganda machine as the perfect example of German supremacy over the rest of the world. However, due to the severe punishment inflicted by Louis, Schmeling didn't even last 1 round. Please see images for details regarding condition.
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1954-1957 Joe Louis Boxing Tobacco Cards (PSA) (3)
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June 15th Elite Sports & Pop Culture Auction
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