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September 1, 1923
Rocky Marciano, American boxer (died 1969)
Rocky Marciano
Rocco Francis Marchegiano, better known as Rocky Marciano, was an American professional boxer who competed from 1947 to 1955. He held the world heavyweight championship from 1952 to 1956, and remains the only heavyweight champion to finish his career undefeated. His six title defenses were against Jersey Joe Walcott, Roland La Starza, Ezzard Charles (twice), Don Cockell and Archie Moore.
September 1
September 1 is the 244th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 121 days remain until the end of the year.