Jack
Blackburn
TRAINER
Guided Sammy Mandell and Bud Taylor to world
titles in the 1920's, but is best remembered for his development
of Heavyweight Champion Joe Louis. Inducted to the Hall of
Fame as a trainer in 1992, Blackburn also had his own
distinguished career as a boxer that included at least 100
bouts.
Born: 5/03/1883 - Died: 4/24/42 |