Boxing

July 4, 1869: The Biggest Boxing Match in Wyoming History
July 4, 1869: The Biggest Boxing Match in Wyoming History
July 4, 1869: The Biggest Boxing Match in Wyoming History
In Wyoming's early days, boxing was the most popular spectator sport. The biggest boxing match to ever take place in the Cowboy State became famous, not because of the fight, but due to the legendary alliance it helped create. On July 4,1869, Wyatt Earp arrived at the Cheyenne Depot to take bets on a bout pitting travelling professional fighter Mike Donovan versus upstart John Shanssey... Read Mor