Research Paper-Sam Langford
Sam Langford was a very successful, black, canadian boxer. His alias were boston tar baby, boston bonecrusher and boston terror. Langford stood 5 ft 7 in and weighed 185 lb in his prime. He was a victim of racial segregation, but he still had several accomplishments throughout his lengthy career.
Sam Langford finished his career with 180 wins, 29 losses and 39 draws. ESPN called him the “Greatest fighter nobody knows”. Many boxing historians consider Langford to one of, if not the greatest boxers of all time. He was even rated No. 2 by The Ring on their list of "100 greatest punchers of all time". Despite his obvious qualifications Langford never received an opportunity to fight for a world championship. There
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Both fighters weighed in at 142 lbs. The fight resulted in a draw by decision, thus Walcott retained his title. However, reports of the fight say Langford clearly outpointed the champion.
Sam langford competed in the lightweight division all the way up to the heavyweight division's, beating many champions in the process but never securing a title for himself. Langford was at his peak at middleweight when Stanley Ketchel was the world middleweight champion. Nat Fleischer wrote, “One hesitates to say that Ketchel, renowned deservedly for his gameness, was afraid of Langford.
In conclusion, Sam Langford was an amazing fighter and a even better man. He hit with the power of Tyson and was known for his quick hands, debilitating left jab, crushing hook, powerful right cross, smashing uppercut and devastating body punches. He was equally adept at punching from long range or short punches at close range. When he had his opponent hurt he was a deadly finisher. NO wonder no one ever gave him a chance at their