Call NumberARL6-2023-788CreatorUnited States. Air ForceSummaryExterior photograph of a boxing match. Two unidentified men box in a boxing ring while Joe Louis, in military uniform, stands and watches them. A large amount of spectators surround the boxing ring. There are trees and tents in the background.Physical Description1 photographic print : black-and-white ; 20 x 25.5 cm (8 x 10 in.)Born-Digital or AnalogAnalogSubjectBoxing ringsUnited States. Air ForceLouis, Joe, 1914-1981BoxingGeographic AreaItalyCollectionPreserving Black Western LegaciesFinding Aidhttps://archives.denverlibrary.org/repositories/2/resources/8251Type of MaterialBlack & white photographsPhotographic printsPhotocopiesDigital Version Created FromARL6, Box 3, FF 3Original Material Found in CollectionARL6. John and Edna Mosley papersNotesThere is a watermark that says "A 53999 A.C." at the bottom right corner of the print. "53999 A.C. - Surrounded by hundreds of appreciative[cut off] a heavy bomber base in Italy, S/Sgt. Joe Louis re-verses his role and keeps the other boys slugging. The world heavy champ is currently touring bases in Italy where he gets a royal welcome with his comedy skit, boxing and refereeing. The boys in the ring are putting out their best efforts for Joe's eagle eye and the champ seems a little leary about getting too close to these flailing punches. U.S. AIR FORCE PHOTO." is stamped in black ink on the back of the print. Photocopy.DonorGift, John and Edna Mosley, December 11, 2001.
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