The Fighting Irish Author:Roger Anderson The Fighting Irish tells the remarkable story of how the Irish and their descendants took the boxing world by storm. Irishmen have enjoyed a unique place in the sport, punching way above their weight and exerting a truly global influence. From the brutal bare-knuckle era to the present day, they've played their part in many of the most fa... more »mous?and infamous?moments in ring history, and have included such names as Jim Corbett, Jeck Dempsey, and James J. Braddock.« less