Jack Britton

Boxer

Birthday October 14, 1885

Birth Sign Libra

Birthplace New York

DEATH DATE Mar 27, 1962 (76)

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About

Three time holder of the World Welterweight title who set a record by appearing in 37 title bouts.

Before Fame

He was a talented youth fighter, before making his professional debut as a 19-year old.

Trivia

During his 25-year career he amassed a record of 213-52-43.

Family Life

He was born in Clinton, New York.

Associated With

His 1922 fight against Mickey Walker is the influence for the story "Fifty Grand" by Ernest Hemingway.