2-547-241 - The Print Collector/Heritage Images

Len Harvey, British boxer, 1938. A Cornishman, Harvey (1907-1976) fought at every weight division, beginning at flyweight at the age of 12. He went on to win British titles at middleweight, light-heavyweight and heavyweight and was British Empire Champion at light-heavyweight and heavyweight. In 1936 he fought for the world heavyweight belt but was beaten on points by John Henry Lewis of the United States. He retired in 1942 with a career record of 111 wins, 13 losses and 9 draws. A Churchman's Cigarettes picture card.