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John Henry Lewis

1914–1974

United States

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John Henry Lewis (May 1, 1914 – April 18, 1974) was an American boxer who held the World Light Heavyweight title from 1935 to 1938. A Hall of Fame member, he was named the 16th greatest light heavyweight of all time by boxing magazine The Ring. His trainer was Larry Amadee, and his managers included Ernie Lira, Larry White, Frank Schuler and Gus Greenlee.

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