New York, 22 June 1938: in one of the most compelling boxing rematches of all time, black American Joe Louis, reigning world heavyweight champion and representative of Franklin D Roosevelt's New Deal, sought - and got - revenge over Max Schmeling, perceived symbol of Nazi Germany. The bout drew 90,000 into Yankee Stadium, while millions more tuned in on their radios. But, as this documentary reveals, neither "Brown Bomber" Louis nor Schmeling matched the stereotypes presented to the public.
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Storyville - 2004x33 The Fight
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- Aired Aug 28, 2004
- Episode 2004x33
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