Jacob Hyer

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Who is Jacob Hyer?

Jacob Hyer was an American bare-knuckled boxer. He is generally credited as the first professional American boxer, due to his 1816 match with Tom Beasley, and has even been called "The Father of The American Ring".

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Lived in
  • New York City

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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