Background
Although we do not know a great deal about Johnny Moneghan, we do know that he was born in Liverpool, England in 1830.
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Career
He stood 5’ 4 ½” and weighted approximately 124 pounds. After traveling to the United States, Moneghan settled in New York, and took on prize fighting. The contest was held in Canada to avoid any police interference.
Moneghan fought James Hart again on July 19, 1856 in Beverly, Master of Arts. This time he lost the contest and his title in the seventh round.
This bout is often incorrectly listed by historians, including the late National Fleischer, and ending in the tenth round. Hart retired, and Moneghan immediately reclaimed the title, which he held until his battle with Barney Aaron on September 28, 1857.
The two men fought near Providence, Rhode Island for 80 rounds and over three hours before Moneghan was forced to accept defeat. After losing his title, Moneghan continued to box for some time.
On July 19, 1860 he defeated Harry McLain in 80 rounds in Fort Ward, New New York After contesting in an exhibition in 1863, his name no longer appears.
His later life (and death) is still unknown.
