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Expert: Lian Shoemake - 10/23/2004


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Is Max Schmeling still alvie?

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Hi Edward,

Thanks for the question.

Max Schmeling is still living in Germany. He just turned 99 on September 28.

Did you catch that great special about his battle with Joe Louis on PBS recently?

Thanks again for writing, Edward.

Regards,
Lian

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I can answer questions regarding rules for both pro and amateur boxing; upcoming bouts; fight analysis/predictions; various other questions. I am an experienced amateur boxing official with USA Boxing (14 years) and I have completed a yearlong professional officials` clinic with the California State Athletic Commission.

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