Edward Flynn (boxer)
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Representing the  United States
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Edward "Eddie" L. Flynn (October 25, 1909 – February 7, 1976) was an American boxer who won the Gold medal in the 1932 Summer Olympics as a welterweight.
| Edward Flynn | |
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| Born |
Edward L. Flynn October 25th 1909 New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S |
| Died |
February 7th 1976 (Aged 76) Tampa, Florida, US |
He was born in New Orleans and died in Tampa, Florida.
Amateur career
Flynn was the U.S. amateur champion in both 1931 and 1932. In 1932 he won the gold medal in the welterweight class after winning the final against Erich Campe.
External links
- Eddie Flynn's profile at Sports Reference.com
- Professional boxing record for Edward Flynn from BoxRec
- 1932 Loyola Wolf Yearbook
- Loyola Hall of Fame
- Greater New Orleans Hall of Fame
- Florida Sports Hall of Fame
- Florida Boxing Hall of Fame
1904: 135-145 lb (61.2-65.8 kg), 1920 – 1936: 135-147 lb (61.2-66.7 kg), 1948: 62-67 kg, 1952 – 2000: 63.5-67 kg, 2004 – 2012: 64-69 kg | |
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