About
Heavyweight boxer who was crowned as the British champion an amazing 14 times. He held the title 9 consecutive years, from 1911 to 1919.
Before Fame
He was a bombardier in the Royal Artillery, which is where his famous nickname comes from.
Trivia
He wrote the book "Modern Boxing: a Practical Guide to Present Day Methods" in 1911, just one year into his professional boxing career.
Family Life
He was born William Thomas Wells and was one of nine children born to Emily Farrier and William Wells, Sr..
Associated With
He and Danny Williams are both former British heavyweight boxing champions.
