Tom Sharkey

Bio: Tom 'Sailor Tom' Sharkey was a boxer who fought two fights with heavyweight champion James J. Jeffries. Sharkey's recorded ring career spanned from 1893 to 1904. He is credited with having won 40 fights, 7 losses, and 5 draws.

Born: November 26, 1873 in Dundalk, Republic of Ireland

Died: April 17, 1953 in Republic of Ireland