WW1 Boxing Photograph, Underwood & Underwood

Hello all!

I've returned with a purchase I made today.

Did a bit of research and Underwood & Underwood (the photographers) were well known for for stereo-views etc. as well as photography.

I believe this photo is of WW1 Troops watching a well know boxing match. However, I can't figure out who's fighting.

The reason I don't believe it's just a common fight, is due to the amount of people watching. From rooftops etc.

Any help would be appreciated!

 

There also looks to be two flags on the base of the ring, French?

Could def. be right. It would make sense that they are flying the fighters flags!

 

Is this in the UK ? The reason I ask is, North Camp in sussex had large boxing matches which thousands turned out for.

 

I'm not sure to be honest. Maybe someone can tell from the barracks/buildings?

 

It's Hank Schroeder and Jimmy Smith 1918

http://longstreet.typepad.com/thesc...xing-scene-viewed-by-20000-soldiers-1918.html

 

Awwww! That's amazing!!! You are awesome!!

 

Thank you, I just got lucky.
However, I do think I am awesome! I'll take that compliment! ! !

 

Haha seriously though, that was amazing. I've been searching for the past 4 hours and came up absolutely empty. Thank you so much for the help! Now to find another to figure out it's value lol

 

Great find, clutteredcloset!

 

Congrats, cluttered! Terrific work!

 

Maahvelous, Cluttered!!

 

Thank you all - very nice of you to say so.