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   Henry Jackson Jr. (December 12, 1912 – October 22, 1988) was an American professional boxer and a world boxing champion who fought under the name Henry Armstrong. Armstrong was one of the few fighters to win in three or more different divisions: featherweight , lightweight , and welterweight .

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   Learn about Henry Armstrong, the only boxer to hold three world titles simultaneously in different weight classes. Read his biography, career highlights, and how he fought his way to fame and fortune.

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   Henry Armstrong was a legendary boxer who held world titles in three weight classes and fought 180 bouts in his career. See his record, stats, achievements, and notable fights on BoxRec, the comprehensive boxing database.

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   Jul 29, 2020 · Armstrong was 27-0 with 26 knockouts in 1937, 14-0 with 10 knockouts in 1938, and 59-1-1 with 51 knockouts from December 1936 to October 1940. Armstrong defeated sixteen world champions. After he quit boxing, he became an ordained minister and devoted himself to underprivileged children.

7. www.britannica.com › biography › Henry-ArmstrongHenry Armstrong | World Champion, Featherweight ...

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   Henry Armstrong (born December 12, 1912, Columbus, Mississippi, U.S.—died October 24, 1988, Los Angeles, California) was an American boxer, the only professional boxer to hold world championship titles in three weight divisions simultaneously.

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8. fightknockout.com › henry-armstrongHenry Armstrong: A Boxing Legend Who Broke Boundaries

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   Learn about the life, career, and legacy of Henry Armstrong, the only boxer to win world titles in three different weight classes. Discover how he overcame hardship, racism, and rivals to become a boxing icon and a civil rights advocate.

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   Who is Henry Armstrong?

   • Henry Armstrong, a 5-foot-5½ buzzsaw, accomplished what no fighter before or since has ever been able to do -- he simultaneously held three world titles. And he managed this unique feat before inflation hit boxing, back when there were only eight weight classes with no junior-this or super-that divisions.

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   How did Henry Armstrong become a boxer?

   • Henry Armstrong, born Henry Jackson, decided to become a boxer after reading in a St. Louis newspaper that Kid Chocolate had beaten Al Singer at the Polo Grounds in New York and was paid a purse of $75,000. At the "colored" YMCA on Pine Street in St. Louis, he met an older fighter named Harry Armstrong, who became his friend, mentor, and trainer.

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   How did Henry Armstrong impact the world?

   • In conclusion, Henry Armstrong’s journey from poverty to becoming a three-weight world champion is a story of resilience, talent, and unwavering determination. His impact on the world of boxing and society at large is immeasurable.

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   How old was Henry Armstrong when he died?

   • Returning to St. Louis, he founded the Henry Armstrong Youth Foundation and directed the Herbert Hoover Boys Club. He died at age 75 on Oct. 24, 1988, in Los Angeles. After his death, his heart was found to be one-third larger than average. That didn't surprise anybody in boxing.

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   What happened to Henry Armstrong?

   • It was one of only two knockouts Armstrong would suffer in his career. His next fight was four days later, and he won a six-round decision. Armstrong moved to Los Angeles, where he resumed his amateur status. He teamed up with -- and took the surname of -- a trainer and former boxer named Henry Armstrong.

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   What did Henry Armstrong do after he retired from boxing?

   • Post-Retirement Life: After retiring from boxing in 1945, Henry Armstrong pursued an entertainment career and later became a Baptist minister. He continued to inspire and mentor young athletes, sharing his wisdom and experiences. Awards, Honors, and Hall of Fame Inductions: Armstrong’s contributions to boxing were widely recognized.

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10. www.encyclopedia.com › henry-armstrongHenry Armstrong | Encyclopedia.com

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    Jun 8, 2018 · Learn about Henry Armstrong, the first boxer to hold world titles in three weight classes at the same time. Discover his early life, boxing career, and post-retirement activities as a minister and author.