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    James J. Braddock - Frequently Asked Questions

    Over the years, we've received plenty of questions regarding Jim Braddock. The list below are some of the most frequently asked.



    Where is the house in North Bergen, NJ located?
    The house is 7712 Park Avenue, on the corner of 78th Street in North Bergen.

    Is James Braddock still alive?
    No. The Champ was born on June 7th, 1905 and died at home in North Bergen on November 29th, 1974. He was 69 years old.

    Is Mae Braddock still alive?
    No. Mae passed away in 1985.

    How did Jim & Mae meet?
    During the 1920's Mae worked as a telephone operator in Manhattan and lived with her brother Howard Fox in NJ. Howard would often bring his friends, Jim being one of his closest, over to his house for dinner and Mae would cook for them. Jimmy & Mae's relationship grew out of those meetings.

    What happened to the Braddock children?

    • James (Jay) was born in January 1931 and died in August 2001.
    • Howard was born in December 1931 and died in November 2006.
    • Rosemarie was born in May 1933 and died in 1995

    Where is James J. Braddock's grave?
    Mount Carmel Cemetery
    Tenafly (Bergen County) New Jersey
    Plot: East St. Patrick Grave 47 (along fence)

    Why are there conflicting birth dates? Which is correct?
    James Braddock was born

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    James J. Braddock with His Family

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    A black and white photograph signed, "To Charlie Miller, a swell fellow and a great sportsman, Jamie J. Braddock," and "To Charley Miller with kindest regards, Mrs. J. J. Braddock." The photo of the couple with their three children is stamped on the back," Note to Editors: Apr 18 1935, Under each reproduction of this picture must be carried the following credit: 'Associated Press Photo,' This picture may not be syndicated, rented or leased nor used for advertising purposes. The Associated Press."

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    https://digitalcommons.library.umaine.edu/spec_photos/3422

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    MS 348, Charley Miller Papers

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    James J. Braddock

    American boxer (1905–1974)

    James J. Braddock

    Braddock in 1935

    Born

    James Walter Braddock


    (1905-06-07)June 7, 1905

    New York Forte, U.S.

    DiedNovember 29, 1974(1974-11-29) (aged 69)

    North Bergen, Unique Jersey, U.S.

    Other namesBulldog of Bergen
    Jersey Jim[2]
    Pride build up the Irish
    Pride of Another Jersey
    Cinderella Man
    Statistics
    Weight(s)Middleweight
    Light heavyweight
    Heavyweight
    Height6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)
    Reach75 in (191 cm)[1]
    Boxing record
    Total fights88
    Wins52
    Wins by KO27
    Losses26
    Draws7
    No contests3

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