John Arthur Johnson (March 31, 1878 – June 10, 1946), nicknamed the "Galveston Giant", was an American boxer who was widely regarded as one of the most influential boxers of all time, and one of the period's most dominant champions, and as a boxing legend.

In part one we cover:

The introduction to boxing

Battle Royals

Riding The Rails

Becoming A Force To Be Reckoned With

A Trip To Australia

The Boat Ride From Hell

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