John Henry Lewis

John Henry Lewis
Lewis in 1939
Personal information
NationalityAmerican
BornJohn Henry Lewis
(1914-05-01)May 1, 1914
DiedApril 18, 1974(1974-04-18) (aged 59)
Height5 ft 11 in (1.80 m)
WeightLight Heavyweight
Boxing career
Reach71 in (180 cm)
StanceOrthodox
Boxing record
Total fights117
Wins101
Win by KO58
Losses11
Draws5

John Henry Lewis (May 1, 1914 – April 18, 1974) was a hall of fame American boxer who held the World Light Heavyweight Boxing Title from 1935 to 1938. The Ring boxing magazine named Lewis the 16th greatest light heavyweight of all time. His trainer was Larry Amadee, and his managers included Ernie Lira, Larry White, Frank Schuler and Gus Greenlee.