Curtis Sheppard
American boxer
- Born
- 1919
- Citizenship
- United States
- Sport
- boxing
- Occupation
- boxer
Curtis Sheppard (born James Roberts; c. 1919 – c. 1984) was an American professional boxer. Born in Jacksonville, FL, he fought professionally out of Pittsburgh, PA. Standing approximately 5 feet 11 inches tall, Sheppard competed in the light heavyweight and heavyweight divisions. He was famously known as “the Hatchet Man,” due to his legendary punching power and strong chin. Over the course of 88 professional bouts, he compiled a record of 52 wins (34 by knockout and 18 decision victories), 33 losses (28 by decision and 5 by knockout), 1 newspaper decision win, and 2 no contests.
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