Joe Jeanette

Bio: Jeremiah "Joe" Jeannette is considered one of the best heavyweight boxers of the early 20th century. Because he was African-American, he was not given a shot at the world heavyweight title, though he did win the World Colored Heavyweight Championship.

Born: August 26, 1879 in North Bergen, New Jersey, United States

Died: July 02, 1958 in United States