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KILRAIN VS. SULLIVAN, 1889. John L. Sullivan knocks out Jake Kilrain in the last round of the 75-round contest at Richburg, Mississippi, on 8 July 1889, Sullivans last bare-knuckle fight

KILRAIN VS. SULLIVAN, 1889. John L. Sullivan knocks out Jake Kilrain in the last round of the 75-round contest at Richburg, Mississippi, on 8 July 1889, Sullivans last bare-knuckle fight


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KILRAIN VS. SULLIVAN, 1889. John L. Sullivan knocks out Jake Kilrain in the last round of the 75-round contest at Richburg, Mississippi, on 8 July 1889, Sullivans last bare-knuckle fight

KILRAIN VS. SULLIVAN, 1889.
John L. Sullivan knocks out Jake Kilrain in the last round of the 75-round contest at Richburg, Mississippi, on 8 July 1889, Sullivans last bare-knuckle fight

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Media ID 6191315

1800s 1880 1880s 1889 19th Aodng Aodreq Boxer Competition Event Faasale Fight Irish Jake Lawrence Referee Ring South East Spectator Sullivan Versus Winner Knock Out


KILRAIN VS. SULLIVAN, 1889 - A Legendary Battle Comes to an End

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. In this print from The Granger Collection, we are transported back to the scorching summer of 1889 in Richburg, Mississippi. The image captures the climactic moment when John L. Sullivan delivers a devastating knockout blow to his opponent Jake Kilrain in their historic bare-knuckle fight. The atmosphere is electric as the referee and a sea of spectators surround the ring, eagerly witnessing this monumental event unfold. This intense competition marks Sullivan's last foray into bare-knuckle fighting before transitioning to gloved boxing matches that would shape modern-day pugilism. John L. Sullivan himself stands tall as an American icon of late 19th-century boxing prowess. His triumph over Kilrain solidifies his reputation as one of the greatest fighters of his time and leaves an indelible mark on sports history. The clash between these two formidable boxers symbolizes more than just physical strength; it represents a cultural collision between Irish heritage and American grit in the South-Eastern United States during this era. This remarkable photograph serves as a testament to Lawrence Kilburn's skillful artistry behind capturing such significant moments in time. As you gaze upon this piece from Granger Art on Demand, let yourself be transported back to that sweltering July day in 1889 when John L. Sullivan emerged victorious after seventy-five grueling rounds—a true testament to human endurance

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