Freddie Mills vs Len Harvey (20.6.1942) - Colorized

In 1942, amidst World War II, a remarkable boxing event unfolded for the British and Empire light-heavyweight titles. The match featured serving members of the Royal Air Force - both boxers, the referee, and the promoter. Len Harvey, a Pilot Officer, and Freddie Mills, a Sergeant, were the contenders. Harvey, already a champion in multiple weight categories, hadn't fought for three years, while Mills continued his professional career, winning 16 out of 18 matches during the war.
The event took place at White Hart Lane, Tottenham Hotspur's home ground, arranged by John Muldoon, a serving aircraftsman. Mills, known for his aggressive style, faced the more elegant and aged Harvey. Despite Mills' leave to prepare for the bout, Harvey seemed ill-prepared.
With Eugene Henderson, an RAF Sergeant, as the referee, the match drew a record wartime crowd of 42,000. Mills dominated, knocking Harvey out of the ring in the second round, thus becoming the champion. Harvey retired from boxing but remained in the RAF until 1946. Mills continued his boxing career and eventually became the world champion in 1948.
Location: White Hart Lane (Tottenham FC), Tottenham, London, United Kingdom
Referee: Eugene Henderson
Commonwealth (British Empire) Light Heavyweight Title (1st defense of Harvey)
BBBofC British Light Heavyweight Title (2nd defense of Harvey)
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In 1942, amidst World War II, a remarkable boxing event unfolded for the British and Empire light-heavyweight titles. The match featured serving members of the Royal Air Force - both boxers, the referee, and the promoter. Len Harvey, a Pilot Officer, and Freddie Mills, a Sergeant, were the contenders. Harvey, already a champion in multiple weight categories, hadn't fought for three years, while Mills continued his professional career, winning 16 out of 18 matches during the war.
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I love learning about history

[@MaverickLee11]

Fantastic work, keep it up. We want to see more of The Greatest Heavyweight to ever do it, ALI ALI ALI !

[@hippo4214]

wow that KO was amazing, fast left hooks

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Fantástico.💪✌️👍

[@LegendsofBoxinginColor]

Obrigado 👍

[@JoseDiaz-yl9sh]

Nice that was fast.. those punches that go from Point A to point B hard they break u down. Nice

[@terryscott2007]

Excellent 👏

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[@Dima-sh6hc]

The guy failed through the ropes and ref is counting😂. Mario Yamasaki's brother.