What Happened on January 9, 1942

Historical Events

Boxing Title Fight

In his 20th title defence, Joe Louis KOs Buddy Baer in the 1st round of their rematch to retain his world heavyweight boxing title at New York’s Madison Square Garden

Boxer and World Heavyweight Champion Joe Louis — Boxer and World Heavyweight Champion
Joe Louis

Famous Birthdays

K. Callan, American actress (Joe's World, Martha-Lois & Clark), born in Dallas, Texas
Lee Kun-hee, Korean business magnate & chairman of Samsung Group, born in Uiryeong County, South Korea

1942 Highlights