Harry Greb known as "The Human Windmill" for his tenacious boxing
style won the World Middleweight Championship on August 31, 1923 over
Johnny Wilson. He successfully defended it five times before losing
to Tiger Flowers on February 26, 1926. A few months after losing the
rematch to Flowers he was involved in an auto accident. He died on
October 22, 1926 from complications in surgery. His career posted 264
victories including notables like Gene Tunney, Mickey Walker, Tommy
Loughran and Jimmy Delaney. Presented here is a first generation
antique photo by New York’s famous Apeda Studios which Harry Greb has
signed in ink. Harry Greb has boldly signed this 11" x 13 3/4" first
generation photo in black ink. He has inscribed it, "With sincere
wishes to a real pal (Red Raven) Harry Greb." There is a diagonal
crease along the left side. There are small creases in the left
corners. Generally clean with no rips or tears. An exceptionally rare
signed photograph.