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Jack Johnson was the first African American Heavyweight Champion of the World. His dominance over his white opponents spurred furious debates and race riots in the early 20th century.

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Season 1 Episode 2

Part 2

See Jack Johnson's rise to the top of the boxing world and witness the country's reaction

Unforgivable Blackness: The Rise and Fall of Jack Johnson Season 1

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Season 1 Episode 1

Part 1

Follow Jack Johnson's remarkable journey from his humble beginnings to entering the ring.

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The Jim Crow Era

Johnson became the world heavyweight boxing champion in the height of the Jim Crow era.

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Speeding Tickets

Johnson was given speeding tickets scores of times over the years.

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