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Johnny Wilson
Johnny Wilson was born Giovanni Panica on March 23, 1893 in New York City. He was a professional boxer who fought from 1911 until 1926. The highlight of Wilson's career came when he captured the world middleweight championship by defeating Mike O'Dowd by decision over 12 rounds on May 6, 1920. Wilson held the crown until he was outpointed over 15 rounds by the all-time great Harry Greb.
After retiring from the ring, Wison was involved in the ownership/management of severall successful nightclubs in New York and Boston. Wilson died on December 8, 1985.
Categories: 1893 births | 1985 deaths | Boxers | American boxers | Italian-American boxers | Middleweights
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