Fidel LaBarba
Boxer and sportswriter, Olympic gold medalist
Born
September 29th, 1905
120 years ago
Died
1981
44 years ago — 76 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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An accomplished boxer and sportswriter, achieved prominence in the boxing world during the 1920s and 1930s. Won the gold medal in the bantamweight division at the 1924 Paris Olympics. Had a successful professional boxing career, competing against top fighters of the era. Transitioned to sportswriting, where contributed to various publications, sharing insights on the sport and athletes. Authored books on boxing, further solidifying a legacy in both boxing and journalism.
Won a gold medal at the 1924 Paris Olympics
Competed against notable boxers including Johnny Dundee
Contributed as a sportswriter to prominent publications
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