The true story of Jimmy Braddock is one of the greatest early twentieth century sports stories. As Braddock ascended the boxing ranks to fight Max Baer, his story only becomes more compelling. But, what was it about a pug reinventing himself that was and is so fascinating?
With that in mind, answer the following questions:
1) What was it about boxing in the 1920s and 30s that so captivated the United States?
2) Do you think that Braddock's decisions were selfish or not?
3) What aspects of the Braddock story are most compelling? (His rise to the top, his family situation, his wife being against the boxing, the forces against him, etc.)
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With that in mind, answer the following questions:
1) What was it about boxing in the 1920s and 30s that so captivated the United States?
2) Do you think that Braddock's decisions were selfish or not?
3) What aspects of the Braddock story are most compelling? (His rise to the top, his family situation, his wife being against the boxing, the forces against him, etc.)
WORTH 15 POINTS
