In this Corner...: Machavelli

The story of a Chicago West Side boxer, growing up under poor circumstances, trying to follow a dream.Successful Amateur boxing career in Chicago, beginning at age sixteen, when he won his first title.Drafter into U.S. Army during World War II and joined Armed Forces Boxing Team which entailed traveling across the country to entertain the troops.Send overseas with America’s top boxing team for entertainment duties in Germany, France and Englad. Return after discharge to turn professional under the management of Mack Capone, a relative of the infamous “Al”.His successful professional boxing career is taken over by new MOB managers after Mack Capone’s death.Eventual disappointment about his career after being forced to become involved in fixed fights, and the being ordered to throw the most important bout of his entier career. Read more