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Ezzard Charles
Ezzard Mack Charles, known as the Cincinnati Cobra (July 7, 1921 – May 28, 1975), was an American professional boxer and World Heavyweight Champion. Known for his slick defense and precision, he is considered one of the greatest fighters of all time by boxing critics. Charles defeated numerous Hall of Fame fighters in three different weight classes. He retired with a record of 95 wins, 15 losses and 1 draw.
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Born
1921-07-07
Birth Place
Lawrenceville, Georgia, U.S.
Nickname(s)
*Cincinnati Cobra
Place Of Death
Chicago,_Illinois
Height
1.8288
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Construction to finally begin on Ezzard Charles statue in the West End

After pandemic and other delays, construction is finally beginning on a planned statue of Ezzard Charles in the West End. The Cincinnati Parks Foundation says work is scheduled to begin Wednesday in Laurel Park along Ezzard Charles Drive. "It's taken a long time," says Jennifer Spieser, executive director of the...
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Police: Pedestrian fatally struck on I-75 north near Ezzard Charles

Cincinnati police are investigating a fatal crash involving four vehicles and a pedestrian on Interstate-75 northbound Tuesday night. Police said the roadway would be closed for four to six hours while the traffic unit investigates. Ohio Department of Transportation cameras and the department's live traffic application showed I-75 closed at the 1.6-mile marker near Ezzard Charles Drive.
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