Henry Armstrong vs. Fritzie Zivic 'I' ~ "The Most Vicious Battle"

[Bill Paxtom]

October 4, 1940

Henry Armstrong
Age......... 27 years, 10 months
Height..... 5' 5 1/2"
Reach..... 67"
Weight.... 142 lbs.
Record.... 110-12-8 {77 KO's}

'Hammerin Hank' is on an incredible run.

Since March 1936 {4 years, 7 months}, Henry has gone a remarkable 69-2-1,
and with both of the losses being highly controversial.

During that time-span, the 'Little Warrior' has won Titles in '3' different divisions.

And as a Welterweight, Henry has gone 21-0-0 {16 KO's}, including defending
his Title '20-Times' since May 1938.

Also, Henry is coming off a Title Defense {KO 4} over Phil Furr in Washington D.C.
just 11-Days earlier {September 23rd}.