Joseph Lang

Joseph Ignatius Lang (February 4, 1911 – November 13, 1990) was an American boxer who had competed in the 1932 Summer Olympics. Lang was born in Lovelock, Nevada[1] and died in Santa Clara, California.[2] In 1932 he finished fourth in the bantamweight class. After losing in the semi-finals to Hans Ziglarski, he was unable to compete in the bronze medal competition against José Villanueva.

1932 Olympic results

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Below is the record of Joseph Lang, an American bantamweight boxer who competed at the 1932 Los Angeles Olympics:

  • Round of 16: defeated Sabino Tirado (Mexico) on points
  • Quarterfinal: defeated Carlos Pereyra (Argentina) by walkover
  • Semifinal: lost to Hans Ziglarski (Germany) on points
  • Bronze Medal Bout: lost to José Villanueva (Philippines) by walkover

References

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  1. ^ "All American: the giant legacy of "Little" Joe Bliss". University of Nevada, Reno. Retrieved 2025-07-18.
  2. ^ "JOSEPH LANG DIES AT 75.; Veteran Salesman Was With du Pont Concern Nearly 47 Years". The New York Times. 1930-03-08. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2025-07-18.
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