Lou Ambers
Boxer and Lightweight Champion
Born
November 8th, 1913
111 years ago
Died
1995
30 years ago — 82 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Born in 1913, a professional boxer who competed primarily in the lightweight division. Achieved fame by winning the Lightweight Championship of the World in 1940. Competed in notable matches, including a major title defense against Henry Armstrong. Successfully built a reputation as a skilled fighter during the 1930s and 1940s, facing many prominent opponents in the boxing world.
Won the Lightweight Championship of the World in 1940
Defeated Henry Armstrong in a title defense
Had notable fights against Al Bummy Davis and others
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