The first African American world heavyweight boxing champion, holding the title from 1908 to 1915. A pioneering figure who broke racial barriers in professional sports.
"I made a lot of mistakes out of the ring, but I never made any in it."
"I am not a disgrace to my people. I am the first Negro heavyweight champion of the world."
"For every point I'm given, I'll have earned two."
"When the strategy is right, the fight is already half won."
I made a lot of mistakes out of the ring, but I never made any in it.
— Jack Johnson
I am not a disgrace to my people. I am the first Negro heavyweight champion of the world.
"I am not a disgrace to my people. I am the first Negro heavyweight champion of t..."
For every point I'm given, I'll have earned two.
When the strategy is right, the fight is already half won.
