Who is Marcel Cerdan?

… (Show more) Marcel Cerdan, byname the Casablanca Clouter, (born July 22, 1916, Sidi Bel Abbès, Algeria—died October 27, 1949, São Miguel Island, the Azores), French-Algerian professional boxer and world middleweight champion. Cerdan began his professional career in 1934, all of his early bouts being fought in North Africa.

What happened to Mike Cerdan?

En route to New York for a return bout with La Motta, Cerdan was killed in a plane crash in the Azores. Cerdan fought in 110 professional matches, recording 106 victories (64 by knockout).

What did Jacques Cerdan do in WW2?

With the advent of World War II, Cerdan served in the French navy until France fell to the Germans; he returned to his career in 1941. In 1944 Cerdan competed in the Inter-Allied championship tournaments and won all of his matches, which gave him international stature.

Who was Jean-Baptiste Cerdan?

Cerdan began his professional career in 1934, all of his early bouts being fought in North Africa. He made his European debut in 1937 and won the French welterweight title in 1938 and the European welterweight championship in 1939. With the advent of World War II, Cerdan served in the French navy until France fell to the Germans;

How did Cerdan Cerdan become a world champion?

Cerdan became a world champion by knocking Zale out in the 12th round in Roosevelt Stadium, Jersey City, New Jersey on 21 September 1948. During his short period as a world champion, Cerdan became a popular figure of the Paris scene. Although married with three children, he had an affair with the famous singer Édith Piaf.

How did Eddie Cerdan die?

En route to New York for a return bout with La Motta, Cerdan was killed in a plane crash in the Azores. Cerdan fought in 110 professional matches, recording 106 victories (64 by knockout). Cerdan’s personal life was of as much interest as his career in the ring.