Tom Sullivan (boxer)
Thomas Sullivan, also known as "Tommy" and "Irish Tommy" (January 1, 1922 South Boston, Massachusetts-December 23, 1957 South Boston) was an Irish-American professional light heavyweight boxer who was murdered by the Mullen Gang and Patriarca crime family.
Read more about Tom Sullivan (boxer): Early Life and Background, Boxing Career, Barroom Brawl With Edward McLaughlin, Gangland Slaying
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