Home > Memory Lane Prints > Mirror > 0300to0399 > 00347
Beckett v Carpentier boxing Joe Beckett, the newly crowned British heavyweight
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Memory Lane
Beckett v Carpentier boxing Joe Beckett, the newly crowned British heavyweight
Beckett v Carpentier boxing
Joe Beckett, the newly crowned British heavyweight champion, met one of boxings all time greats, Frenchman Georges Carpentier, in December 1919 for the European heavyweight championship. Becketts British predecessor, Bombadier Billy Wells, had fought Carpentier for the same title six years earlier but had lost in four rounds, making Carpentier the European welterweight, middleweight, light-heavyweight and then heavyweight champion all at the same time. Despite beating Wells earlier that year, Beckett was never as good a boxer and Carpentier knew this. He showed little respect for the British champion, nor his brutish style, and KO d him in an incredible 70 seconds. The European crown stayed in France, with the rightful owner.
4th December 1919
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
England
WA*1131384
Media ID 21620000
© Mirrorpix
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photo print, we witness a historic moment in boxing history as Joe Beckett, the newly crowned British heavyweight champion, steps into the ring to face off against one of boxing's all-time greats, Frenchman Georges Carpentier. The year is 1919 and the stakes are high as these two formidable fighters clash for the European heavyweight championship. The atmosphere is electric with anticipation as crowds gather around the ring, eager to witness this epic battle between strength and skill. Carpentier, having already claimed multiple titles across different weight divisions, exudes confidence and experience. He knows that his opponent pales in comparison to his own prowess. Beckett may have defeated Bombadier Billy Wells earlier in the year but he lacks the finesse and technique that Carpentier possesses. Undeterred by Beckett's brutish style of fighting, Carpentier wastes no time asserting his dominance within an astonishing 70 seconds. With a swift knockout blow, he secures victory and retains the European crown on French soil. This photograph captures not only a significant sporting event but also showcases the resilience and determination of these athletes from a bygone era. It serves as a reminder of their enduring legacy within boxing history while highlighting Carpentier's rightful claim to greatness in this particular bout.
MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.
