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1938 Louis vs. Schmeling II Full Ticket

Currency:USD Category:Sports - Cards & Fan Shop Start Price:400.00 USD Estimated At:1,000.00 - 1,500.00 USD
1938 Louis vs. Schmeling II Full Ticket
<B>1938 Louis vs. Schmeling II Full Ticket.</B></I> Joe Louis fought Max Schmeling for the second time on June 22, 1938 at Yankee Stadium. Schmeling had knocked out Louis in their first match in twelve rounds, temporarily halting Louis' meteoric rise toward the title. Their rematch became a global event. Adolf Hitler had risen to power and was preaching the superiority or the "Aryan Race," using Schmeling as a propaganda tool. The whole nation rallied behind Louis who brutally knocked out Schmeling in the first round to retain the World Heavyweight Title. When Schmeling hit the canvas, Hitler had the plug pulled on the broadcast to Germany. Presented here is an official full ticket from this bout. This full ticket measures 2.75x7.25" and has both fighters listed and pictured. Their names are written in raised gold print. The section, row and seat are listed. The ticket is clean with no rips or tears and slightly soft corners. Offered here is fine example of a scarce and desirable full ticket from one of the most famous fights in boxing history. <I>LOA from Craig Hamilton / JO Sports.</B></I>
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