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Jack Dempsey (left) and Gene Tunney facing off in a boxing ring constructed in Soldier Field

Chicago Daily News, Inc.September 22, 1927

Chicago History Museum

Chicago History Museum
Chicago, Illinois, United States

One of the earliest events of note held at Soldier Field was the infamous “Long Count” fight between boxers Jack Dempsey and Gene Tunney.

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  • Title: Jack Dempsey (left) and Gene Tunney facing off in a boxing ring constructed in Soldier Field
  • Creator: Chicago Daily News, Inc.
  • Date Created: September 22, 1927
  • Location Created: Chicago, Illinois
  • Physical Dimensions: photographic print
  • Type: Photograph
  • Rights: No known copyright
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