Is Jem Mace a popular name among proper fans?

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  1. Eye of Timaeus

    Eye of Timaeus Well-Known Member Full Member

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    Probably the most important pioneer in the sport.
     
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  2. roughdiamond

    roughdiamond Ridin' the rails... Full Member

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    No. Not 'popular' at all, in that sense.

    However, he is a cultural legend and was an absolute titan of a man; a very enigmatic and clever figure.

    Definitely one to research if you haven't before.
     
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  3. andrewe

    andrewe Ezekiel 33 banned Full Member

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    Sullivan is more well known.
     
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  4. escudo

    escudo Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Fury has done a lot to remind people, but you average fight fan probably doesn't.
     
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  5. janitor

    janitor VIP Member Full Member

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    No, but he should be.

    He is the first link in world championship boxing, that most people overlook.

    He was the first lineal world heavyweight champion!
     
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  6. BitPlayerVesti

    BitPlayerVesti Boxing Drunkie Full Member

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    Really important in terms of training boxers too.

    Though I think there were quite a few who have more historical significance.
     
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