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The Secret World of Bare-Knuckle Boxing

The Art of Manliness

CHAPTER

Rise and Fall of Bare Knuckle Boxing Legends

The chapter explores the historical and cultural significance of bare-knuckle boxing in the United States, recounting the inspiring and heartbreaking stories of fighters like Bobby Gunn, Tom Molino, and John L. Sullivan. It delves into the evolution of bare-knuckle boxing into gloved boxing, contrasting the brutal underground matches with the rise of a more regulated sport. The discussion also sheds light on the clandestine world of bare-knuckle boxing, where matches were often organized by criminal groups in gritty, illicit settings.

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