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American boxer
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Male
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Birth:
5 May 1911(Moultrie)
The details
Biography
Introduction
Bob Godwin (May 5, 1911 in Moultrie, GA – August 1, 1980) was an American boxer.
Pro career
Gardiner turned pro in 1930 and captured the National Boxing Association World light heavyweight title in 1933 with a points win over Joe Knight. Three weeks later, he lost the belt in a unification bout with Maxie Rosenbloom for the NYSAC, National Boxing Association World, and Lineal World Light Heavyweight Titles. He retired after a string of losses in 1941.