✦ Legacy Profile
Joe Louis
also known as The Brown Bomber
World Heavyweight Champion 1937-1949; longest reign in heavyweight history; 25 title defenses
📍 USA⌛ Pre-1600 (Ancient/Medieval)⧖ May 13, 1914 – Apr 12, 1981
Boxing
Affiliated ·Historical
Born Lafayette, Alabama. Defeated Max Schmeling in iconic WWII-era rematch. American hero.
Notable Achievements
'The Brown Bomber'; World Heavyweight Champion (1937-1949); 25 consecutive title defenses; Longest heavyweight reign in history
Documented Students
Influenced heavyweight boxing