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Double Signed 8 X 10 Photo of Boxing Champion Jack Dempsey U.S. Coast Guard Reserve
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What a great photo! This is a double signed black & white photo of one of the greatest fighters of all time. This is 1945 dated Jack Dempsey Twice Signed Photograph. Jack Dempsey, known as "The Manassa Mauler," was one of the most popular and influential boxers of the early 20th century, celebrated for his aggressive fighting style and formidable punching power. Rising to prominence in the 1920s, Dempsey captured the World Heavyweight Championship in 1919 after defeating Jess Willard in a brutal match that showcased his knockout capabilities. His tenure as champion included several iconic fights, notably his battles with Gene Tunney, which drew massive crowds and set financial records for the sport. Dempsey's charisma and ferocity in the ring not only made him a national celebrity but also helped transform boxing into a major spectator sport, leaving a lasting legacy on both the sport and American pop culture. When the United States entered World War II, he joined the New York State Guard and was given a commission as a first lieutenant, later resigning that commission to accept a commission as a lieutenant in the Coast Guard Reserve. He reported for duty in June 1942 at Coast Guard Training Station, Manhattan Beach, Brooklyn, New York, where he was assigned as "Director of Physical Education". As part of the ongoing war effort, he made personal appearances at fights, camps, hospitals, and war bond drives. He was promoted to lieutenant commander in December 1942 and commander in March 1944. In 1944, he was assigned to the transport USS Wakefield (AP-21). In 1945, he was on board the attack transport USS Arthur Middleton (APA-25) for the invasion of Okinawa. He also spent time aboard the USS General William Mitchell (AP-114), where he spent time showing the crew sparring techniques. He was released from active duty in September 1945 and received an honorable discharge from the Coast Guard Reserve in 1952. It is signed in ink and has the date of June 12th 1945 in the upper left hand corner.
Item #: T1329 (Sold)
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