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Bombadier Billy Wells vs Arthur Townley at the Holborn Stadium, Holborn, London
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Bombadier Billy Wells vs Arthur Townley at the Holborn Stadium, Holborn, London
Bombadier Billy Wells vs Arthur Townley at the Holborn Stadium, Holborn, London, United Kingdom. This was the former British heayweight title holder, Billy Wells first fight after losing the crown to Joe Beckett in London. Wells was determined to win back his title but to have a chance he had to become the number one contender. In beating Townley he got his chance. He went on to fight Beckett again in 1920, but lost the fight. Wells never got another chance and one of Britains great fighters had had his day. Wells was British heavyweight champion from 1911 to 1919, a very impressive reign and a great champion. Wells went on to be the Rank Corporation gong man, who was seen at the start of all Rank feature films. Our Picture Shows: Townleys corner throwing in the towel. 21st November 1919
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1919 Atmospheric Boxers Defeat Heavyweight Lighting Referee Ring 1910s Spot Lights
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This print takes us back to the intense atmosphere of the Holborn Stadium in London, United Kingdom, on November 21st, 1919. The legendary Bombadier Billy Wells is seen battling it out against Arthur Townley in a highly anticipated match. This was Wells' first fight after losing his British heavyweight title to Joe Beckett. Determined to reclaim his crown, Wells knew he had to prove himself as the number one contender. With sheer determination and skill, he managed to defeat Townley, earning himself another shot at Beckett in 1920. Unfortunately for Wells, luck was not on his side that day as he lost the fight against Beckett. Despite this setback, Billy Wells will always be remembered as one of Britain's great fighters. His reign as British heavyweight champion from 1911 to 1919 speaks volumes about his talent and dedication. After retiring from boxing, Wells found a new role as the Rank Corporation gong man - an iconic figure seen at the start of all Rank feature films. In this powerful image captured by staff photographers from Memory Lane Prints, we witness a pivotal moment in boxing history. As Townley's corner throws in the towel symbolizing defeat for their fighter, spotlights illuminate the ring while a referee oversees it all with intensity etched on his face. This snapshot encapsulates both triumph and disappointment within its frame – reminding us that even champions have their days of reckoning.
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