John Henry Lewis (May 1, 1914 – April 18, 1974) was a hall of fame American boxer who held the World Light Heavyweight Boxing Title from 1935 to 1938. The Ring boxing magazine named …

6 days ago · 1939 — Joe Louis knocks out John Henry Lewis at 2:39 of the first round to retain the world heavyweight title.

John Henry Lewis (May 1, 1914 – April 18, 1974) was a hall of fame American boxer who held the World Light Heavyweight Boxing Title from 1935 to 1938. The Ring boxing magazine named …

Lewis won decisively although shaken by Gainer's punches on several occasions. He won each of the last three rounds to put the decision out of the contender's reach. Reported in the New …

Aug 10, 2018 · This article explores the historical significance of the heavyweight title bout between Joe Louis and John Henry Lewis and the events leading up to it. On January 25, …

Jan 24, 2023 · 1939 — Joe Louis knocks out John Henry Lewis at 2:39 of the first round to retain the world heavyweight title. 1945 — Larry MacPhail, Dan Topping and Del Webb buy the New …

1924 — The first Winter Olympics are held in Chamonix, France. 1939 — Joe Louis knocks out John Henry Lewis at 2:39 of the first round to retain the world heavyweight title. 1945 — Larry …

Sep 1, 2020 · “My uncle is actually the first black Light-Heavyweight Champion in America, period: John Henry Lewis—the first ever lineal Heavyweight Champion, not just a belt-holder, a lineal …

Jan 25, 2024 · 1939 — Joe Louis knocks out John Henry Lewis at 2:39 of the first round to retain the world heavyweight title.

The Detroit Pistons are an American professional basketball team based in Detroit.The Pistons compete in the National Basketball Association (NBA) as a member of the Central Division of …