In the pages of boxing history, few stories are as inspiring as that of Jersey Joe Walcott, the oldest heavyweight champion at the time of his coronation, who finally reached the pinnacle of his career on July 18, 1951. This year marks the 72nd anniversary of that epic bout when Walcott, born Arnold Raymond Cream, claimed the heavyweight title from Ezzard Charles at Forbes Field in Pittsburgh. This retrospective examines the boxing career of Walcott, his landmark victory, and the enduring legacy he left behind.
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