Terry McGovern
American boxer
Died when: 37 years 350 days (455 months)Star Sign: Pisces
Terrible Terry McGovern (March 9, 1880 – February 22, 1918) was an American professional boxer who held the World Bantamweight and Featherweight Championships.He was born in Johnstown, Pennsylvania as John Terrence McGovern.
Through most of his career he was managed by Sam H.Harris, who remained a lifelong friend.Many boxing historians considered McGovern's greatest attributes his punching ability and signature charges rather than his boxing style or defensive technique.
That the majority of his wins were by knockout speaks to the power of his punch.
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