Quick Bio

Herkimer native Lou Ambers took up boxing as a career during the Great Depression. In 1932, he went pro and was undefeated for his first 35 fights. In 1936, he defeated Tony Cansoneri at Madison Square Garden for the world lightweight title.

Ambers earned his nickname "The Herkimer Hurricane" with his winning pro record — 88 of 102 fights. He has been inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in Canastota, N.Y.

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