Jack Broughton. Boxiana; or Sketches of ancient and modern pugilis. G. Smeeton: London, 1812. Jack Broughton (1705-1789). Pugilist/Boxer. Portrait. Recognised as 'The Father of the English School of Boxing' and as 'the Father of the Science of the Art of Self-Defense'. He was reigning champion from 1738 to 1752. Buried in Westminster Abbey in remembrance of his contribution to English boxing. Image taken from Boxiana; or Sketches of ancient and modern pugilism; from the days of the reowned Broughton and Slack, to the heroes of the present milling æra! By One of the Fancy [i.e. Pierce Egan]. [With plates.] . Originally published/produced in G. Smeeton: London, 1812. . Source: 7920.g.30, opposite 16. Language: English.

Jack Broughton. Boxiana; or Sketches of ancient and modern pugilis. G. Smeeton: London, 1812. Jack Broughton (1705-1789). Pugilist/Boxer. Portrait. Recognised as 'The Father of the English School of Boxing' and as 'the Father of the Science of the Art of Self-Defense'. He was reigning champion from 1738 to 1752. Buried in Westminster Abbey in remembrance of his contribution to English boxing. Image taken from Boxiana; or Sketches of ancient and modern pugilism; from the days of the reowned Broughton and Slack, to the heroes of the present milling æra! By One of the Fancy [i.e. Pierce Egan]. [With plates.] . Originally published/produced in G. Smeeton: London, 1812. . Source: 7920.g.30, opposite 16. Language: English.

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