Jem Mace

Professional Boxer, Boxer

1831 – 1910

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Who was Jem Mace?

Jem Mace was an English boxing champion. He was born at Beeston, Norfolk. Although nicknamed "The Gypsy", he denied Romani ethnicity in his autobiography. A middleweight, he succeeded in outboxing heavier opponents thanks to his dancing style, clever defensive tactics and powerful, accurate punching.

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Born
Apr 8, 1831
Beeston
Also known as
  • Мэйс, Джеймс
Nationality
  • United Kingdom
Profession
Died
Nov 30, 1910
Jarrow

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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