Jack Dempsey - Wikipedia
William Harrison "Jack" Dempsey (June 24, 1895 – May 31, 1983), nicknamed Kid Blackie and The Manassa Mauler, was an American professional boxer who competed from 1914 to 1927, and reigned as the world heavyweight champion from 1919 to 1926.
Jack Dempsey - Record, Book & Facts - Biography
Apr 2, 2014 · Jack Dempsey, known as the "Manassa Mauler," was the world heavyweight boxing champion from 1919-26.
Jack Dempsey | Biography, Record, & Facts | Britannica
Nov 20, 2024 · Jack Dempsey (born June 24, 1895, Manassa, Colorado, U.S.—died May 31, 1983, New York, New York) was an American world heavyweight boxing champion, regarded by many as the epitome of the professional fighter.
Jack Dempsey - BoxRec
"Jack Dempsey won the popular decision from Billy Miske of St. Paul in a slow six-round bout here today at a Thanksgiving Day matinee. Only half a dozen hard blows were landed during the fight. There was scarcely any action in the first two rounds, but in the third Miske halted Dempsey with an uppercut to the jaw which gave him the advantage in ...
The Death & Legacy Of Boxing Legend Jack Dempsey, Explained
Oct 10, 2023 · Known as the "Manassa Mauler," Dempsey was one of the most popular and feared heavyweight champions of all time, dominating the sport in the Roaring Twenties with his aggressive, brawling style and formidable punching power. Dempsey was born William Harrison Dempsey on June 24, 1895 in the small Mormon town of Manassa, Colorado.
Jack Dempsey Biography - Facts, Childhood, Family Life
The great boxing icon Jack Dempsey who held the World Heavyweight Championship title from 1919 to 1926 was a boxer famous for his aggression, powerful punches, and amazing speed. Counted amongst the Top 100 Greatest Punchers for all time, Dempsey is one of the most popular boxers ever in history.
Jack Dempsey - BoxRec
Jack Dempsey, the most popular boxer of his generation and one of the most fabled athletes in history, changed the sport of boxing from a straight-up, defensive-minded contest of single punches and frequent holding into an exciting, aggressive battle of furious combinations and blazing knockouts.
Jack Dempsey (1895-1983) | American Experience | PBS
In 1926, Dempsey met white boxer Gene Tunney in a challenge to his title. Tunney was a veteran Marine who boxed strategically and read avidly -- but fight fans were rooting for Dempsey.
Jack Dempsey - Encyclopedia.com
Jun 11, 2018 · Jack Dempsey. One of the world's greatest heavyweight boxers, William Harrison "Jack" Dempsey (1895-1983) was so popular that he drew more million-dollar gates than any prizefighter in history.
Jack Dempsey - International Boxing Hall of Fame
Jack Dempsey was one of America's first great sports heroes. His savage style captivated the public and made him as popular a figure as Babe Ruth or Red Grange. In the ring, Dempsey was equipped with a two-fisted attack. He boxed out of a low crouch, bobbing, weaving and bombing.