Eddie Machen
American boxer (1932–1972)
Biography
Edward Mills Machen (June 15, 1932 – August 8, 1972) was an American professional boxer. He was one of six children of a rural mail carrier. Machen dropped out of high school and became an amateur boxer. However, after just three bouts he was arrested and convicted of armed robbery. After his release, he became a professional boxer, determined never to return to prison again. His 64-bout career began on March 22, 1955, and he went on to win his first 24 bouts. He was highly rated and fought most of the big names of his era and he defeated many of the important names of his period such as Bob Baker, Jerry Quarry, Niño Valdés, Joey Maxim, Willi Besmanoff, Tommy Jackson, Brian London, Howard King and Doug Jones (boxer)
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Awards & honours (1)
- The Ring magazine Progress of the Year
Quick answers about Eddie Machen
- How old was Eddie Machen?
- Eddie Machen died on August 8, 1972 at the age of 40.
- When is Eddie Machen's birthday?
- Eddie Machen was born on June 15, 1932.
- Where was Eddie Machen born?
- Eddie Machen was born in Redding.
- What is Eddie Machen's zodiac sign?
- Eddie Machen's zodiac sign is Gemini.
- How tall is Eddie Machen?
- Eddie Machen is 1.83 m (6′0″) tall.
- What is Eddie Machen's nationality?
- Eddie Machen is a citizen of United States.
- What does Eddie Machen do?
- Eddie Machen is known as boxer.
