Robert Fitzsimmons Cut Signature, 1917

Ink on paper signature, reads "Dunellen, Aug. 13th, 1917, With Best Wishes, Robert Fitzsimmons"

Very Good Condition, One Side Of Paper Is Discolored
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Representing New Zealand, Fitzsimmons beat Jim Corbett, who had previously beaten longtime heavyweight champion John L. Sullivan. Despite being the lightest heavyweight champion in history (weighing 167 pounds), his record was 68-8 with 59 knockouts. 
 
 
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