Frankie Conley Explained

Frankie Conley (October 4, 1890 – August 21, 1952) was a bantamweight boxing champion.

Biography

He was born on October 4, 1890, in Platania, Calabria, Italy as Francesco Conte. He became the bantamweight boxing champion of the world when he knocked out Monte Attell in 42 rounds on February 22, 1910.[1]

In 1912 he was knocked out by Mexican Joe Rivers.[2]

He died on August 21, 1952, in Kenosha, Wisconsin.[3]

Notes and References

  1. News: Wisconsin's original iron man . . September 23, 2010 . 2010-10-06 .
  2. News: Joe Rivers Gives Wisconsin Lad Severe Beating in California. . . January 2, 1912 . 2010-10-06 .
  3. News: Frankie Conley . . August 22, 1952 . 2015-04-18 .