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2101Description
Here is a photo of the Moscow ringside spectators at the National Games in 1974 with the USA against USSR in boxing. This photo was donated by Jim Rondeau, a referee from Tacoma who officiated matches around the world and was at the National Games. Rondeau refereed 19 world championship fights, including the heavyweight championship bout between George Foreman and Ken Norton in 1974. In addition to refereeing, Rondeau was appointed in 1962 to the Washington State Boxing Commission and held that position for 16 years. In 1966, he was elected to the Internatioonal Boxing Federation and was responsible for training and evaluating officials, referees and judges. He held that position for 36 years.Lexicon
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Boxing, Professional/Semi-Pro, RecreationalRelationships
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Rondeau, JimRelated Events
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1974 National Games: USA vs. USSR Boxing Match