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Max Schmeling


 

Maximillian Adolph Otto Siegfried Schmeling (September 28, 1905February 2, 2005) was a German boxer whose two Heavyweight championship fights with Joe Louis transcended boxing and became worldwide social events which will forever be linked to the rivalry between Americans and Germans before World War II.

Honorary Citizenships

  • Honorary Citizen of the City of Los Angeles
  • Honorary Citizen of Las Vegas
  • Honorary Citizen of Klein-Luckow (his hometown)
  • Honorary Member of the Austrian Boxing Federation

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Introduction
Biography
Filmography
Latest News
Photo Gallery
Message Board
Early years and Jack Sharkey
Fighting Joe Louis
Incorrectly branded as a Nazi
Business and retirement
Honorary Citizenships
External Links
Goodies & Collectibles
Posters & Prints

 

 

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