Keywords
Arete, Sport and Society, American Sport History, Boxing, Max Schmeling, Joe Louis, Nazism, 1936, Olympics
Subjects
Schmeling, Max, 1905-2005; Louis, Joe, 1914-1981; Olympics; Nazi propaganda
Introduction
The death of Max Schmeling on Friday has been much commented upon over the past few days. I take this to be a recognition of the significance of this man and the memories he evokes around the world. For Americans these memories center on his relationship, both personal and athletic, with Joe Louis.
Publication Date
2-6-2005
Document Type
Commentary
Type
Text
Format
application/pdf
Source Title
Sport and Society for Arete
Language
English
Collection
Publication Version
Author's version
Copyright Status
Author retained
College
College of Arts and Humanities
Department
History
Creator (Linked Data)
Crepeau, Richard C., 1941- (VIAF)
Recommended Citation
Crepeau, Richard C., "Max Schmeling" (2005). On Sport and Society. 704.
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/onsportandsociety/704
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