About Young Firpo
Lived 1907 – 1984 (aged 77). Young Firpo was an American boxer.
Young Firpo (April 25, 1907 – August 21, 1984) was an American professional light-heavyweight boxer. He began his career in Burke, Idaho. He was a popular fighter in the Pacific Northwest during the 1920s and 1930s, particularly in Portland, Oregon. He was also a ranked Light-Heavyweight contender during the early 1930s.
He took his nickname from Luis Firpo.
Honors Inducted into the Idaho Sports Hall of Fame, March 15, 1974. Inducted into the World Boxing Hall of Fame: Class of 2008.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Young Firpo?
boxer
When was Young Firpo born?
Young Firpo was born on 25 April 1907 in Barre.
When did Young Firpo die?
Young Firpo died on 21 August 1984.
What was Young Firpo's occupation?
Young Firpo was a boxer.
What nationality was Young Firpo?
Young Firpo was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Young Firpo. https://biography.guide/young-firpo/
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