William/Bill Stevens, 'The Nailer', Boxing champion of England 1760 and 1761. george Meggs, 'The Collier" boxing champion of England 1762.

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Two portraits from late 18th century folder of sketches of English bare-knuckle boxing chanmpions. Private collection.

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Size: 4000px × 6091px
Location: London
Photo credit: © Candida Slater / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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