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George Marsden

1911 – 1980

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About George Marsden

Lived 1911 – 1980 (aged 68). George Marsden was a boxer.

George "Tish" Marsden (29 November 1911 – 1 June 1980) was an English professional boxer who fought between 1927 and 1946. He boxed at flyweight; bantamweight; featherweight and lightweight, competing in 372 professional contests.

Professional background Marsden was a Nottinghamshire boxer. He fought a total of 372 professional fights, which is the second highest amount by any boxer, only bettered by Marsden's stable mate Len Wickwar. Coincidentally, both Marsden and Wickwar died on exactly the same day in 1980.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was George Marsden?

boxer (1911-1980)

When was George Marsden born?

George Marsden was born on 29 November 1911 in Nottingham.

When did George Marsden die?

George Marsden died on 1 June 1980.

What was George Marsden's occupation?

George Marsden was a boxer.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: George Marsden

· Wikidata: Q5542152

· DBpedia: George Marsden (boxer)

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