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Boxing’s First Black World Champion

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Triumph in the Ring: A Historic Bout for Equality

This chapter covers the thrilling boxing match between George and Edwin Nunck-Wallace, detailing the excitement and anticipation surrounding the event. Following his victory, George commits to using his platform as the new bantamweight champion to advocate for African American rights in boxing.

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