Ed Martin
Athlete
1881 –
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Who is Ed Martin?
Ed "Denver Ed" Martin was an African American boxer who was the World Colored Heavyweight Champion from 24 February 1902, when he beat Frank Childs, until 5 February 1903, when he lost his title to Jack Johnson, the only colored heavyweight champion to win the world's heavyweight championship.
Known as "Denver Ed Martin" and "The Colorado Giant", Martin was born in Denver on September 10, 1881. His height was listed as 6 feet 3 ¹⁄2 inches, while some sources report that he was 6' 6" or 6' 6½" tall.
Martin was a strong boxer with renowned footwork who was a strong puncher.
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