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There have been African American boxers in Kentucky since the sport was established in the United States. Record of one of the earliest boxers was that of 18 year old John, an enslaved teen who died while boxing in Warren County, KY in 1849.
Notable Kentucky African Americans Database entries on the subject of boxers and boxing.
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2-21-2021
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