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Joseph Francis Hagan (better known as Philadelphia Jack O'Brien) (January 17, 1878 – November 12, 1942) was an American world light heavyweight boxing champion in 1905 when he defeated Bob Fitzsimmons for the universal world title.
"Jack O'Brien tonight defeated Jack Blackburn, colored, in a six round bout before the National Athletic Club. O'Brien knocked Blackburn down in the opening round and in the final round had the colored man hanging on to avoid punishment. The bout was one of the fastest ever seen in this city."
26 de mar. de 2019 · World Boxing Hall of Fame Inductee. Name: Philadelphia Jack O'Brien. Birth Name: Joseph Francis Anthony Hagen. Hometown: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. Birthplace: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. Died: 1942-11-12 (Age:64) Stance: Orthodox. Height: 179cm. Reach: 185cm. Referee: Record. Pro Boxer: Record. Manager: Harry Pollock.
Jack O'Brien was a highly intelligent fighter who was blessed with fast hands, fast feet, limber arms and shoulders, and wonderful agility. He was not a particularly hard hitter with a single blow but his frequent barrage of punches took their toll on an adversary. Indeed, "Philadelphia" Jack was a skilled and polished technician.
3 de oct. de 2006 · 132 subscribers. Subscribed. 49. 17K views 17 years ago. Champion Tommy Burns and Philadelphia Jack O'Brien fight for the Heavyweight Championship in Los Angeles, California; Former...
Philadelphia Jack O'Brien was one of the most colorful fighters of the early twentieth century. A showman and a shrewd self-publicist, O'Brien was a great boxer as well. His strong left jab and solid right were complemented by his skill at blocking punches and countering attacks.
Born: January 17, 1878. Birthplace: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. Star Sign: Capricorn. Died: November 12, 1942 (aged 64) Historical Events. 1905-12-20 'Philadelphia' Jack O'Brien wins the World Light Heavyweight boxing title after defending champion Bob Fitzsimmons of England retires in round 13 of 20 in San Francisco.
