Ticket, Joe Louis vs Max Schmeling, June 22, 1938
Subject
Joe Louis
(American, 1914 - 1981)
Subject
Max Schmeling
(German, 1905 - 2005)
Date1938
ClassificationsPop Culture
DescriptionJoe Louis vs. Max Schmeling full ticket. June 22, 1938.Atoning for his earlier disappointment, Joe Louis was ready for Max Schmeling during the second installment of their war. Joe Louis represented an entire race of people when he battled his German challenger in 1938. In fact, after winning the title from James Braddock Louis wouldn't recognize himself as champion until he dealt with Schmeling. Louis finally got the revenge he sorely need when he dominated Schmeling June 22, 1938 at Yankee Stadium. Fans celebrated in the streets following Louis' triumph. Great textured gold graphics on the front with images of both warriors. Light surface crease on the verso and even wear on the corners and borders.
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