Birthdate: March 4, 1883
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Weymouth Falls, Canada
Died: January 12, 1956
Samuel Edgar Langford, also known as the “Boston Bonecrusher” and “the Boston Tar Baby,” was a Canadian boxing legend during the early 20th century. Standing at 5 ft 6+1⁄2 in and weighing 185 lb, he competed in various weight classes from lightweight to heavyweight. Langford achieved victories over numerous world champions, establishing himself as one of the finest fighters in boxing history. Despite facing racial barriers that prevented him from competing for the World Championship, he held the World Colored Heavyweight title and was recognized as an honorary world champion by the WBC.
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