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John A. "Jack" Johnson

Chicago, Illinois
· 1878 - 1946
Historical Marker Database · William Fischer, Jr.
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John A. "Jack" Johnson was the first Black Heavyweight Champion of the World.
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Chicago, Illinois · United States

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