Dempsey drew with Billy Miske in May 1918, but won by dominant decision six months later. He also gave Battling Levinsky the first knockout loss of the Hall of Famer's career. 8.

In the world of boxing, a much-anticipated fight between Jack Dempsey and Battling Levinsky (real name Barney Lebrowitz) was being planned for September of 1918.

He defeated boxing hall of famers like Battling Levinsky and Jack Britton, and also faced the likes of one-time heavyweight champion Gene Tunney.

What do Benny Leonard, Barney Ross, Ted “Kid” Lewis, Maxie Rosenbloom, “Battling Levinsky” and “Chrysanthemum Joe” have in common? They were all Jewish boxers. Davis resident Dr. Mark Belafsky will ...