James J. Braddock - Guestbook

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I remember my father, brother, uncle, and cousins huddled around the Victorola radio when Max Baer lost the world title to Jim. I also remember the same people listening around the RCA Victor radio where Joe Lewis won the title from Jim. I was 3 and a half at the Max Baer fight. I remember the cheers and roars in our living room of my family, jumping and yelling for Jim. In the first world title fight, Jim was the hero. In the second title fight, Joe Lewis seemed to be their hero. They seemed to be for the challenger. Anyway it was truly a wonderful, exciting time for me. I loved the movie...so sweet and good just like my own family and like so many millions at the time.

We just rented the movie last night and absolutely loved it. Hollywood could never create a story like this; only one man's heart and soul could overcome so many obstacles in life. What a true inspiration; JJB was a hero among heros for sure! We should all be so lucky to have such an inspiring person in our family. And then to go off to fight for this country and for our freedoms; this man had one hell of a heart and soul. Hello to his family and thanks for allowing James' story to be told; it's your story and your history too.

Since I practically made my b/f watch Charlie and the Chocolate Factory with me the night before yesterday, I thought it would be only fair to watch Cinderella Man with him. When the announcer in the ring said "Ladies and Gentleman ... by unnanimous vote.. the NEW... my jaw dropped, my tears came down and every hair on my arms stood up.... I clapped and cried like a baby!!!! what a movie!!! what a beautiful man!!! "I'm fighting for milk" I'll never forget that!!!!

I new your Daddy and I have one d to statement to say about him.
He was the the most true and honest man i have ever known. He was a true american. I wish more men were we like him today. We would be living in a better world. He was so proud of him familiy, even with Mae always giving him a hard time on fighting.

I just saw the movie and I was touched by the picture and an example as James Braddock shown being a husband and father and life fighter. It's a great example to fullfil a life mission as a man.

My family has always been huge boxing fans. My grandfather would say things like"He's pretty good, but no one has a right like James Braddock!" To say that the way he lived his life was a inspiration would be repetative. If all men fought for what was important instead of just fighting to fight, I think the world would be a better place. Mr. Braddock's story is one I will tell my son about...and I can only hope that he places as much love, hope and devotion into his life as Mr. Braddock did into his. Thank you for making it possible to learn more about such a devoted family man. God bless you.

J.Fant

Just watched the movie and was BLOWN AWAY. We loved it! Thanks for sharing these photos and the rest of the story behind James Braddock. He's a hero we can all be proud of.

MY HUSBAND AND I JUST FINISHED WATCHING THE MOVIE, AND I HAD TO RUSH TO SEE IF HE WAS ON THE NET. WHAT A MAN, AND ALSO, WHAT A WONDERFUL WIFE HE HAD, STANDING THERE BESIDE HIM.
WISH WE HAD MORE HEROS LIKE HIM TODAY FOR OUR CHILDREN TO LOOK UP TO, WHAT A TIME IN AMERICA, TO SEE MR. BRADDOCK SHOW EVERY AMERICAN WHAT COURAGE AND BRAWN CAN DO.

I have lived in Hudson county my whole life and never realized that Braddock Park in North Bergen was named after James J Braddock.I never knew his story either,until I saw the movie.His name is now one that I'll never forget.God bless him and Mae. True inspirations for all.

Few people get to live their lives like their lives depend on it. The movie was inspiration to this Irishman. Thanks for living your life to its fullest.

Just Watched the MOVIE, and researching Mr. Braddock. All I can say is what an inspiration. TIME TO DUST OFF THE HEAVYBAG.

THANX!!!!!!

What a man, what a life and what a story left behind to be cherished for all. He makes me even prouder to be Irish!

Thanks for bringing this wonderful man into the spotlight for all America to meet. They don't make them like him anymore, not at all!

Great men, like Jim Braddock, are a true inspiration to us all. I loved the movie and feel enriched by his story.

Cinderella Man. If you havn't seen the recent movie, your missing out. If you watch it and are not inspired, there is something wrong with you.
Jim Braddock, you are in inspiration to all of us

Saw the new movie and was inspired by James J Braddock. Only if more people would have his commitment to their families. I know i will have more.
Thanks

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I was a classmate of Howards. The movie was a true delight. I can see Howard getting his gentlemanly manner from his great parents.

Impresionante, Wunderbar, Phantastic. I like the film very much. A great boxer, a better person.

What an inspirational true story!! I saw the movie last night and loved it. How interesting to find out from this website that Jim's granddaughter played the part of the neighbor, Sarah Wilson--she was terrific!

Truly an inspiration, we loved the movie and we will reminisce this heartfelt story for the rest of our lives.......

I did not want the movie to end -such an inspiring story of love, faith and loyalty. Aside from the obvious wonderful traits James Braddock posessed, Mae must have also been a truly inspirational person. To deal with absolute poverty while wondering if your husband will be home that night took immense courage and love. Bless you and all of your family.

One of the best movies ive seen, that guy was amazing.

James J Braddock is the epitome of a man. I am from Hudson County, born and raised. I grew up in W.N.Y. and North Bergen I went to school at St. Joseph's and now I am proud to say that I am from the same town as James J Braddock. Great job with the web site keep his story and his life alive! All the best, Ray

Doesn't this great champions life make later champs like Mike Tyson seem pathetic ? Excellent movie, could have been a mini series.