Bill Richmond. Boxiana; or Sketches of ancient and modern pugilis. G. Smeeton: London, 1812. Bill Richmond (1763-1829). Pugilist/Boxer. Portrait. The son of former slaves, Richmond became a respected boxer. He fought a famous match against the British champion Tom Cribb in 1805. After retirement he established a boxing academy in London. Became a popular publican and respected member of the Fancy. 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 440. Language: English.

Bill Richmond. Boxiana; or Sketches of ancient and modern pugilis. G. Smeeton: London, 1812. Bill Richmond (1763-1829). Pugilist/Boxer. Portrait. The son of former slaves, Richmond became a respected boxer. He fought a famous match against the British champion Tom Cribb in 1805. After retirement he established a boxing academy in London. Became a popular publican and respected member of the Fancy. 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 440. Language: English.

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