"There have been . It was 86 years ago today June 13, 1935 that James J. Braddock won a 15-round decision against heavily-favored and defending champion Max Baer to capture the heavyweight boxing title. Following that injury, James recorded only 11 wins and 20 defeats and had a lot of financial problems, so he was forced to work as a longshoreman to provide for his family. In the Eighth round, Louis hit Braddock so hard that the champs mouthpiece went through his lip, requiring 23 stitches and scarring him for life. He won three fights and was setting up a title fight with Baer. When provided, we also incorporate private tips and feedback received from the celebrities or their representatives. Who said that Braddock was the most courageous fighter I ever fought? During the 1920's, what kind of lifestyle were the Braddock's maintaining? How to Market Your Business with Webinars. He was a boxer in the 1930s that many Americans who were suffering from the effects of the Great Depression admired. Although he was younger than Braddock, the two trained together and formed a friendship that lasted decades. Max Baer died at 50 of a heart attack in 1959. How much money did Jim braddock give back to the relief administration from the movie Cinderella man? Max Baer (left) vs. James J. Braddock heavyweight championship fight, Long Island City, New York, June 13, 1935. . document.write('