Joe Louis was an American professional boxer who held the world heavyweight championship for nearly twelve years, one of the longest reigns in the division's history. Known as the "Brown Bomber," he defended his title repeatedly through the late 1930s and 1940s, and his 1938 defeat of German boxer Max Schmeling became a moment of major cultural and political significance in the United States.
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Career HighlightHe reigned as the world heavyweight champion from 1937 until his temporary retirement in 1949. 1 Classification
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May 13, 1914
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May 13, 1914
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April 12, 1981
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April 12, 1981
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American
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He reigned as the world heavyweight champion from 1937 until his temporary retirement in 1949.
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Joseph Louis Barrow (May 13, 1914 – April 12, 1981) was an American professional boxer who competed from 1934 to 1951.
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What years did Joe Louis hold the world heavyweight title?
From 1937 until his retirement in 1949.
Joe Louis reigned as the world heavyweight champion from 1937 until his temporary retirement in 1949, one of the longest championship reigns in the division's history.
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