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Rumble in the Jungle: The 1974 Foreman / Ali Heavyweight Title Fight
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On October 30, 1974, the so-called “Rumble in the Jungle,” George Foreman’s 1974 heavyweight title defense against Muhammad Ali in Kinshasa, Zaire took place. The fight was a major turning point in the careers of both men, particularly Ali.
Written by Marc Horger. Narration by Dr. Nicholas B. Breyfogle. Video and textural versions of this podcast are available at https://origins.osu.edu/index.php/milestones/the-rumble-in-the-jungle. Production by Katherine Weiss, Dr. Nicholas B. Breyfogle, and Laura Seeger.
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