Jess Willard
(1881 - 1968)
- Native of Pottawatomie County
- Defeated defending champion in 26 rounds to become world heavyweight boxing champion in 1915
- Nicknamed “Pottawatomie Giant” at 6 feet 5 inches tall and 235 pounds
- After losing title in 1919 he starred in Wild West shows
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