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

May 16, 1977

Landover, Prince George's, Maryland, United States, North and Central America

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Source catalog description

This description refers to material held by Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture. Visual details below describe the original material.

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.

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Catalog reference: 2011.15.47

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