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James Walter („Jim J.“) Braddock (* 7. Juni 1905 in New York, N.Y.; † 29. November 1974 in North Bergen, New Jersey) war ein US-amerikanischer Profiboxer und „unumstrittener“ Schwergewichts-Boxweltmeister von 1935 bis 1937.
- James Walter Braddock
Fighting under the name James J. Braddock (ostensibly to follow the pattern set by two prior world boxing champions, James J. Corbett and James J. Jeffries), Braddock was known for his spoiling, counterpunching style, powerful right hand, and his iron chin.
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15. Mai 2022 · Learn how James J. Braddock, a poor and injured dockworker, became the world heavyweight champion in 1935 after a stunning upset over Max Baer. Discover his rags-to-riches story and how he became a Depression-era folk hero.
5. Dez. 2018 · ‘Cinderella Man’ James Braddock, the Irish-American boxer who became world champion. Son of Irish immigrants with ‘more brawn than brains’ won 51 victories in 82 fights. Expand. James Braddock...
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10. Apr. 2024 · James J. Braddock was an American world heavyweight boxing champion from June 13, 1935, when he outpointed Max Baer in 15 rounds at the Long Island City Bowl in New York City, until June 22, 1937, when he was knocked out by Joe Louis in Chicago. (Read Gene Tunney’s 1929 Britannica essay on boxing.)
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Learn about the life and career of James J. Braddock, the Irish immigrant who became the heavyweight champion of the world in 1935. From his humble beginnings to his boxing triumphs and tragedies, discover the story of the Cinderella Man.
Discover the inspiring story of James J. Braddock, known as the "Cinderella Man," whose resilience and determination in the face of adversity left an indelib...
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