551. Hogan Bassey
- Author
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Mee, Bob
- Subjects
Bassey, Hogan -- Biography ,Boxers (Sports) -- Biography ,Business ,Business, international ,Retail industry - Abstract
Boxer Okon Bassey Asuquo, known as Hogan Bassey, turned professional while still at school. He won and lost the Nigerian flyweight title in 1949, and by 1951 was Nigerian and West African bantamweight champion. He made his debut in the UK in Jan 1952. He won the British Empire featherweight title in Nov 1955, and retained the title in Apr 1957. He defended the world championship successfully in Apr 1958, and increased his profile in the US through his victory over Willie Pep in Sep 1958. more...
- Published
- 1998