Object Details
Photograph by
Unidentified
Subject of
Jack Johnson, American, 1878 - 1946
James J. Jeffries, American, 1875 - 1953
Description
A black-and-white photographic postcard of the "Fight of the Century" between Jack Johnson and James J. Jeffries. In the photo, Jeffries can be seen in the background to be staggering away from Johnson. Two officials also stand in the ring. Their names are written in ink on their images. There postcard has been mailed and there is writing and a green one cent stamp on the reverse of the postcard.
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
Date
1910
Object number
2010.36.1.3
Restrictions & Rights
Public domain
Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
Type
photographic postcards
Medium
silver and photographic gelatin on photographic paper with card stock and adhesive
Dimensions
H x W: 3 1/2 x 5 1/2 in. (8.9 x 14 cm)
Place captured
Reno, Washoe County, Nevada, United States, North and Central America
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Classification
Photographs and Still Images
Data Source
National Museum of African American History and Culture
Topic
African American
Athletes
Boxing
Photography
Race relations
Sports
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nmaahc_2010.36.1.3