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Alfredo Escalera KO’s Carlos Becerril in the 8th round

Object Details

Description
A black-and-white photograph of a boxing match. One boxer has been knocked down and the referee stands over him. Alfredo Escalara is to the right of the referee and is prepared to deliver another blow. The audience can be seen beyond the ring. The photograph is attached to a thick mounting board. The board is stamped on the back.
Data Source
National Museum of African American History and Culture
Photograph by
Milton Williams, American, born 1940
Subject of
Alfredo Escalera, American, born 1952
Carlos Becerril, American
Date
May 16, 1977
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Milton Williams Archives
Medium
silver and photographic gelatin on photographic paper, mounting board
Dimensions
H x W (Image and Sheet): 7 15/16 x 9 15/16 in. (20.2 x 25.2 cm)
Type
gelatin silver prints
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