About Jimmy Gardner
Lived 1885 – 1964 (aged 78). Jimmy Gardner was a boxer.
Jimmy Gardner (25 December 1885 – May 1964) was an Irish boxer in America from 1901 to 1917.
Gardner was born in 1885 in Lisdoonvarna, County Clare, Ireland. He was the brother of George Gardner, once Light Heavyweight Champion, and Billy Gardner, a boxer as well. He was known as a clever fighter, rather than a power-hitter and only lost four fights in his first eight years. Gardner recorded 61 wins, 36 by knockout, and 8 losses.
Gardner's brother-in-law, Joe Thomas, was a middleweight of the teens.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jimmy Gardner?
American boxer
When was Jimmy Gardner born?
Jimmy Gardner was born on 25 December 1885.
When did Jimmy Gardner die?
Jimmy Gardner died on 1 May 1964.
What was Jimmy Gardner's occupation?
Jimmy Gardner was a boxer.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Jimmy Gardner (boxer)
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