James J. Corbett

James J. Corbett

James John "Gentleman Jim" Corbett (September 1, 1866 – February 18, 1933) was an American professional boxer and a former World Heavyweight Champion, best known as the man who defeated the great John L. Sullivan. He also coached boxing at the Olympic Club in San Francisco. He stood at 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m), with a reach of 73 inches (185 cm).

Read more about James J. Corbett:  Boxing Career, After Boxing, Films

Famous quotes containing the word james:

    She was a woman who, between courses, could be graceful with her elbows on the table.
    —Henry James (1843–1916)