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“Everybody wants to go to heaven, but nobody wants to die.”

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Joe Louis, born on May 13, 1914, and died on April 12, 1981, was one of the greatest professional boxers of the 20th century. Known as the 'Brown Bomber,' he dominated the heavyweight boxing division from 1937 to 1949, becoming the first boxer to win and defend the heavyweight world championship title nine times consecutively. His boxing style was characterized by power, speed, and technique, leaving a profound impact on the sport of boxing. more

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