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Jack Blackburn

January 1, 1883 (age 59)

New Year"s Day

He died on April 24, 1942. He is an inductee of the World Boxing Hall of Fame and the International Boxing Hall of Fame. He also appears as a character in the opera, Shadowboxer, based on the life of Joe Louis.

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Jack Blackburn

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Charles Henry "Jack" Blackburn was an American boxer and boxing trainer.

Background

He was born in New Year"s Day, January 1, 1883.

Career

He died on April 24, 1942. He is an inductee of the World Boxing Hall of Fame and the International Boxing Hall of Fame. He also appears as a character in the opera, Shadowboxer, based on the life of Joe Louis.

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He later became a trainer, most notably of legendary heavyweight champion Joe Louis.

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opponent:: Joe Gans

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Born

January 1, 1883

New Year"s Day
Died

April 24, 1942 (aged 59)
Nationality
United States

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