James J. Braddock - Guestbook
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Just watched the movie , It was great . The story shows how the love of his family drove him to do his best. It was a great family love story,with family being the key word. I'll pray for the Braddock family.
Michelle Grant - Six Mile, S.c USA [2006-01-10 21:10:41]
a thinking man's fear is failure, JJ Braddock did not entertain failure;neither should anyone who reads these words.
Abiodun Atunrase - London, Essex Uk [2006-01-10 19:53:58]
I watched Cinderella Man last night for the 1st time.....simply amazing. Jimmy was/is/forever will be an inspiration to many people. He displayed the determination that gave this country it's identity. To do what he did, in that time, is simply amazing!
Mark Constan - Philadelphia, Pa USA [2006-01-10 19:46:01]
Hi,
I bought this movie not knowing what it was about, and I am glad I did..what an amazing story and this movie is deffinately one of my favorites now. Mr. Braddock was an amazing man for what he went through and how he overcome his struggle
Lg - Brampton, On Canada [2006-01-10 18:34:36]
I cannot tell you what an inspirational story this is. Everyone who has the priveledge of knowing James J. Braddock should consider it an honor, what a courageous story during a time when courage was lost during the depression. This is what athletes of today should be when you consider a role model for the younger generation. His story has trully touched my heart, I look forward to reading his biography. The film is top 10 all time. God Bless the Braddock family.
Dan Laird - Syracuse, Ny Us [2006-01-10 17:51:23]
Just watching the move, "Cinderella Man" and have stopped it just before the Max Baer fight. What an inspiration for me, my wife, and our teenage son who is watchng it with us. A simply great story of a man, and family, who just wouldn't quit; clean, honest, hard working, and what a heart! I'll add a prayer for the entire Braddock family tonight for sure!
Bob Fregolle - Collonge-bellerive, Geneve Switzerland [2006-01-10 16:14:03]
well im only 14 and im doing a "magazine" aka Report on James J. Braddock. When i saw the new Cinderella Man i fell in love with James` story. i wanted to know more. so i decided to make him my main event for English class.. i decided to post on this to say thank you for all the information that is on this website.
Natalie C. - S.l.c, Ut. U.s.a [2006-01-10 12:19:59]
We watched the movie this weekend with our children, then today Dave found your site, looking for more information about your grandfather. The movie is great, but what makes it so special was the character your grandfather showed. We discourage our children from making heros out of athletes, since most of them today are so shallow. But a man like James Braddock - now that's a role model, not just for his talent, but for his integrity. Thank you for letting Mr. Howard & company tell his story.
Dave & Deborah Globerson - Irvine, Ca USA [2006-01-09 23:37:35]
My grandfather was born in 1905 and he talked of the depression and how hard it was for folks. He always worked but he said that many did not. Right now at our home we are having a depression of sorts and someone told me that I needed to watch this movie.
I am going to share this movie with my wife and kids and we will get through it. I hope that America can get back to the values of James and Mae.
Over the years I have watched more then a 1000 movies and I can honestly say that this is the best movie I have ever watched. Nothing comes close.
God Bless you all for sharing your story through this movie.
MJ Cummins
Michael Cummins - Brook Park, Minnesota USA [2006-01-09 17:25:09]
I just wanted to say that yes i am a michigander and was the biggest Joe Louis fan until i saw the movie about James J Braddock. I never saw such inspiration in my life, this man is a true american hero and resembles everything good that lies within human beings everywhere. I wish the best for his family and say thank god for men like James J. Braddock.
Trevor Kline - Clinton Township, Michigan USA [2006-01-09 16:56:10]
I WANTED TO SAY THAT YOUR GRAND FATHER WAS THE COLOSSUS OF RHODES!!! I WISH MEN TODAY HAVE A FRACTION OF THE STRENGTH HE HAD WHEN HE WENT OUT AND FOUGHT TO PUT BREAD ON THE FAMILY'S TABLE. EVERYDAY IS A FIGHT AND YOU HAVE TO GIVE IT YOUR BEST SHOT NO MATTER WHICH ARENA YOU'RE FIGHTING IN.
MAY HE REST IN PEACE.
Savvas - Santa Fe, Nm USA [2006-01-09 16:49:58]
What a wonderful site! Being a history of Americana buff, I have read bits and pieces of James Braddock. I discovered this site after I watched the movie. I wanted to learn more about this wonderful sports figure.
Howard Doll - Fountain Hills, Az USA [2006-01-09 14:58:45]
As a boxing fan,New Yorker,& human being I must say I am truly inspired by a man whose determination to provide for his family overcame all obsticles in his way.James J. Braddock is a man truely worth remembering,I will think of him every time I go over the varizzano bridge.thanx for the inspiration Jim......Alex
Alexander Elattar - Brooklyn, N.y. America [2006-01-09 13:31:33]
A living guardian angel & legacy!
He is what I want to be. God blessed so much, he is with the Supreme Authority,
Jesus Christ.
Thank You Mr. Braddock.
Mel
Melvin Ruiz - Carolina, Puerto Rico USA [2006-01-09 12:59:48]
Very touching and very inspiring! A great athlete, a man, a husband and a father!
Gregg Cavan - Cebu, Cebu City Philippines [2006-01-09 12:44:42]
Our English class just got finished watching "Cinderella Man," and I wanted to say that I never knew someone with such courage. It was amazing to see how well you handled yourself during the tough times of the Great Depression. You are such a hero to everyone. You are truly amazing. :o) God Bless You!
Nicole Tissot - Moultrie, Georgia U.s.a. [2006-01-09 10:43:25]
It is an impressing movie about an astonishing life and a wonderful man. Thanks for this.
Michaela Maria Mueller - Berlin, Berlin Germany [2006-01-09 10:30:15]
The life of Mr. James J Braddock typifies the 'never say die' spirit and inpires millions to not 'throw in the towel' even through the darkest of times. He gives me a reason to fight on...three cheers to the man with the heart of a giant, three cheers to James J Braddock!
Aritra Banerjee - Kolkata, West Bengal India [2006-01-09 04:45:45]
I just finished watching the movie........A GREAT movie about an GREAT man! He will continue to be an inspiration for a lot of people for MANY years to come!
Russ Beane - Medford, Oregon U.s.a. [2006-01-09 01:57:12]
everyone man should be like him, he is a true hero, he fought for his family and his country... i hope i could of met him before he passed...
Ali - Torrance, Cal America [2006-01-09 01:24:20]
Excellent movie and a wonderful story Seems like quite a guy!
Sally - Olympia, Wa USA [2006-01-09 01:22:03]
I saw the movie now twice and what a truly awesome true story. I just had to get more info on this true american hero. Great website!
Philip - Oklahoma City, Oklahoma USA [2006-01-09 01:05:58]
James Braddock will forever be in my thoughts as he has inspired me to be
a champion for my family.
Don Campbell - Barrie, Ontario Canada [2006-01-09 00:00:00]
In a world that seems to have crashing moral values and a deteriorating family unit, I found much to cheer for in the movie. I am impressed by Jim Braddock. I wish I could have met him. Hopefully on the other side......
Hal Hart - Millersville, Pa USA [2006-01-08 23:11:14]
I am a veteran. Subsequently, when I read that this man served his country during WWII, I had to read more about him. This country needs many more men like him.
Paul M. Rutherford - Lee's Summit, Missouri USA [2006-01-08 22:59:25]