EPISODE · Sep 13, 2023 · 37 MIN
James Corbett: The Gentleman Boxer with a Mean Streak
from The Fighting Life - Tales from the World of Boxing
James "Gentleman Jim" Corbett, the only man to beat John L Sullivan, reigned as heavyweight champ from 1892 to 1897 (allowing for the odd 'retirement'). Despite his gentleman reputation, Corbett was a tough character with a darker side, and a life marred by tragedy. This is one case where the man is more fascinating than the legend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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James "Gentleman Jim" Corbett, the only man to beat John L Sullivan, reigned as heavyweight champ from 1892 to 1897 (allowing for the odd 'retirement'). Despite his gentleman reputation, Corbett was a tough character with a darker side, and a life marred by tragedy. This is one case where the man is more fascinating than the legend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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