The Big Fight for the Heavy Weight Championship of Great Britain (1920)

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Item title reads: "The Big Fight for the Heavy Weight Championship of Great Britain. Joe Beckett (The British Champion) v Dick Smith (Lonsdale Belt Holder)"

Boxers prepare for their match. Various shots of the fight in progress, with titles between the commencement of each round.

Joe Beckett beat Dick Smith in 5 rounds.

Most shots are L/S of the boxing ring although some closer shots of the boxers before the fight.

(Old negative probably issued as a Gazette Special. Date of fight 5.3.1920. Location of events unknown).

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