Joey Maxim
Giuseppe Antonio Berardinelli (March 28, 1922 – June 2, 2001) was an American professional boxer. He was a World Light Heavyweight Champion. He took the ring-name Joey Maxim from the Maxim gun, the world's first self-acting machine gun, based on his ability to rapidly throw a large number of left jabs.
Joseph Maxim | |
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Joey Maxim in 1952 | |
| Born | Giuseppe Antonio Berardinelli March 28, 1922 Cleveland, Ohio, U.S. |
| Died | June 2, 2001 (aged 79) West Palm Beach, Florida, U.S. |
| Statistics | |
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| Height | 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) |
| Reach | 72+1⁄2 in (184 cm) |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 116 |
| Wins | 83 |
| Wins by KO | 22 |
| Losses | 29 |
| Draws | 4 |
| No contests | 0 |
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