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    Stanley Ketchels Historic Gravestone - Boxing Legend
    Stanley Ketchels Historic Gravestone - Boxing Legend
    Stanley Ketchels Historic Gravestone - Boxing Legend

    Stanley Ketchels Historic Gravestone - Boxing Legend

    $29.95

    This photograph features the gravestone of Stanley Ketchel, a prominent American middleweight boxer in the early 20th century. Ketchel, often referred to as The Michigan Assassin, gained fame for his incredible speed and knockout power, earning the title of world middleweight champion in 1908. Born in 1886 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Ketchels career was marked by both triumphs in the ring and personal struggles outside it, including financial difficulties and health problems.

    The gravestone, likely dating from around 1910 to 1915, marks the resting place of a figure who tragically died at a young age—just 24—in 1910, following a murder in California. His brief but impactful career left a lasting legacy on the sport of boxing, influencing future generations of fighters. Ketchels undefeated streak and dramatic bouts captured the publics imagination, making him a legendary figure in boxing history. This photograph serves as a solemn reminder of his life and accomplishments, providing a tangible connection to the early days of professional boxing, a sport that continues to be celebrated worldwide.

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    Stanley Ketchels Historic Gravestone - Boxing Legend

    Stanley Ketchels Historic Gravestone - Boxing Legend

    12" x 16
    $29.95
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