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Randolph Turpin bronze plaque

Commemorative plaque

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This bronze commemorative plaque records: In honour of Randolph Adolphus Turpin (1928-1966) Middleweight Champion of the World 1951. In Palace, Pub and Parlour, the Whole of Britain Held it's Breath. Celer Et Audax.
Randolph Turpin was a British middleweight boxer who became the World Middleweight Champion in 1951; his fights captured national attention and he is remembered for his skill and bravery in the ring.

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