Corbett-Fitzsimmons Heavyweight Championship Title Fight (1897 Original Black & White Film)

Experience a historic moment in sports history with this rare footage from 1897! Watch excerpts from the Corbett-Fitzsimmons heavyweight championship title fight, held on St. Patrick's Day in Carson City, Nevada. This black-and-white film captures the beginning with fighters James J. Corbett and Bob Fitzsimmons, referee George Siler, and possibly John L. Sullivan with his manager Billy Madden. Originally recorded by film pioneer Enoch Rector using the innovative "Veriscope" camera, this was the longest movie produced at that time, running over 2 hours. Although only about 20 minutes of the original film survive today, this three-minute compilation showcases key moments from this epic battle. Don't miss this glimpse into boxing history!

Source :
Stuart, D., Rector, E., photographer. (1897) Corbett-Fitzsimmons fight--excerpts. Veriscope Companyuction Company, prod [Video] Retrieved from the Library of Congress, https://www.loc.gov/item/2023602024