Another episode in a series of blog posts as part of the A to Z Blogging Challenge for 2019. I’m using this to write about some of the thousands of Heenans I’ve found in my researches. Today I’m featuring … Continue reading →
Today’s curious news item comes from the Westport Times (a New Zealand newspaper) about a young woman whose large size caused gasps and shudders when it was discussed at a meeting of the British Association. The woman was a Miss … Continue reading →
John Carmel Heenan came from humble origins but he left a permanent mark on the sport in which he made his name. Today every boxing enthusiast is aware of the fair play and sportsmanship in both professional and amateur boxing … Continue reading →