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Primo Carnera
1906–1967Sequals, ItalyFirst-generation immigrantHistoric
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Why Included
The Ambling Alp
Biography
The Ambling Alp; heavyweight champion; 6 ft 6 in; became US citizen; largest heavyweight champion of his era. World heavyweight champion 1933-34; largest heavyweight champion of his era
Notable For
- The Ambling Alp
- heavyweight champion
- 6 ft 6 in
- became US citizen
Honors & Recognition
- World heavyweight champion 1933-34
- largest heavyweight champion of his era
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Primo Carnera Italian?
Yes — Primo Carnera is of Italian heritage with roots in Friuli. The Ambling Alp
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Quick Facts
- Field
- Sports
- Specialty
- Boxing
- Years
- 1906–1967
- Birth Place
- Sequals, Italy
- Origin
- First-generation immigrant
- Regional Ancestry
- Friuli
- Ancestry Verification
- Draft — Pending ReviewNeeds Review
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