Lloyd Marshall (June 4, 1914 – August 4, 1997) was an American

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who was inducted posthumously into the

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in June 2010.

Pro career

Marshall began his boxing career at the age of 17 and turned pro in 1936. In 1943 Marshall fought for the "Duration" Light Heavyweight Title against

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. During the bout, Bivins was knocked down in the 7th for a 2-count, and then Marshall was down for nine in the 9th, and at the bell in the 12th. Marshall was then counted out in the 13th to lose the bout. In 1944 he captured the Vacant "Duration" World Light Heavyweight Title with a victory over Nate Bolden. Due to the fact that he fought at his peak during World War II, Marshall never fought for an officially recognized world title. He retired in 1951 after KO losses to

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and then Harry Matthews. He fought 4 fights against other black murder's row fighters: all within the 2-year period of September 1942- September 1944.

Honors

*Denotes Hall of Famer Marshall was inducted to World Boxing Hall of Fame in 1996. He was posthumously inducted to the

in June 2010.

Professional boxing record

External links

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References

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Pro career

Honors

Professional boxing record

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