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   James Walter Braddock (June 7, 1905 – November 29, 1974) was an American boxer who was the world heavyweight champion from 1935 to 1937.. Fighting under the name James J. Braddock (ostensibly to follow the pattern set by two prior world boxing champions, James J. Corbett and James J. Jeffries), Braddock was known for his spoiling, counterpunching style, powerful right hand, and his iron chin.

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3. allthatsinteresting.com › james-j-braddockJames J. Braddock And The True Story Behind 'Cinderella Man'

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   May 15, 2022 · Learn how James J. Braddock, a poor and injured dockworker, became the world heavyweight champion in 1935 after a stunning upset over Max Baer. Discover his rags-to-riches story and how he became a Depression-era folk hero.

4. www.britannica.com › biography › James-J-BraddockJames J. Braddock | Cinderella Man, Heavyweight Champion ...

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   5 days ago · James J. Braddock was an American world heavyweight boxing champion from June 13, 1935, when he outpointed Max Baer in 15 rounds at the Long Island City Bowl in New York City, until June 22, 1937, when he was knocked out by Joe Louis in Chicago.

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6. www.nytimes.com › 1974/11/30 › archivesBraddock, Who Beat Baer for Title, Dies - The New York Times

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   Nov 30, 1974 · NORTH BERGEN, N. J., Nov. 29 (AP)—James J. Braddock, who won the world heavyweight championship in 1935 by outpointing Max Baer in one of boxing's biggest upsets, died today at his home here ...

7. www.jamesjbraddock.comJames J Braddock - Cinderella Man Boxer - World Heavyweight ...

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   James J Braddock earned his nickname "Cinderella Man" from his seemingly fairytale like rise from a poor local fighter to the heavyweight boxing champion of the world. Braddock, born in New York City, had a powerful right hand and a successful amateur career. He turned pro in 1926. Braddock had victories over fighters like Jimmy Slattery and ...

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   Nov 7, 2023 · Braddock's manager, Joe Gould suggested that Jimmy change his name, from James Walter Braddock to "James J. Braddock", for stage purposes. The "J" initial was to imitate the frequently used middle initial of early heavyweight boxing champions James J. Corbett and James J. Jeffries. Gould guided his new charge into his first pro match against Al ...

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   Who was Jim Braddock?

   • A down-and-out dockworker, James J. Braddock shocked America when he took the world heavyweight champion title from Max Baer in a legendary boxing match in 1935. Afro American Newspapers/Gado/Getty Images Jim Braddock (left) fighting Joe Louis on June 22, 1937. James J. Braddock added that middle initial himself.

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   Who was James Walter Braddock?

   • It finally arrived on June 13, 1935, when heavyweight champion Max Baer agreed to defend it. In one of the greatest upsets in boxing history, Braddock dethroned Baer, found fame — and became a folk hero for the Great Depression. James Walter Braddock was born on June 7, 1905, in Hell’s Kitchen in New York City.

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   Why is James J Braddock called Cinderella Man?

   • James J Braddock earned his nickname "Cinderella Man" from his seemingly fairytale like rise from a poor local fighter to the heavyweight boxing champion of the world. Braddock, born in New York City, had a powerful right hand and a successful amateur career. He turned pro in 1926.

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   What did James Braddock do for a living?

   • Rendered unemployable as a fighter, James Braddock lived in a New Jersey basement with his wife and three kids. He worked the docks and coal yard, tended bar, and moved furniture to feed them. He owed everyone from landlord to milkman, however, and could only afford bread and potatoes. One winter, his electricity was cut off.

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10. www.ibhof.com › pages › aboutJames J. Braddock - International Boxing Hall of Fame

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    On June 13, 1935, the 10 to 1 underdog Braddock became "The Cinderella Man" when he outboxed Baer to win the heavyweight title. Braddock lost the title to Joe Louis via 8th round KO and retired after a win over Tommy Farr in 1938. Born: June 7, 1905. Died: Nov. 29, 1974. Bouts: 86.