Lew Jenkins
Boxer
1916 – 1981
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Who was Lew Jenkins?
Lew Jenkins was an American boxer and Lightweight Champion of the World. He was born in Milburn, Texas and was raised during the Great Depression. He began fighting in carnivals and the US Army ultimately defeating Lou Ambers in New York City on May 10, 1940 to become champion.
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- Born
- Dec 4, 1916
Texas - Nationality
- United States of America
- Profession
- Died
- Oct 30, 1981
Oakland - Resting place
- Arlington National Cemetery
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on July 23, 2013
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