gene tunney
- n United States prizefighter who won the world heavyweight championship by defeating Jack Dempsey twice (1898-1978)
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- Boxing Buddies
The unlikely friendship between prizefighter Gene Tunney and dramatist George Bernard Shaw is explored in a new book by the boxer's son, Jay Tunney.
June 29, 2013 - Irish Central - Tunney Boxings Brainiest Champ and His Upset of the Great Jack Dempsey
A book about Irish boxing giants has recently been released. "Tunney: Boxing's Brainiest Champ and His Upset of the Great Jack Dempsey" by Jack Cavanaugh outlines Gene Tunney's two famous victories over fellow Irish pugilist Jack Dempsey in the 1920s.
June 26, 2013 - Irish Central