Charley Parham

Name: Charley Parham
Alias: The Mayhem Man
Hometown: Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
Birthplace: Detroit, Michigan, USA
Died: 1970-00-00 (Age:47)
Height: 161cm
Pro Boxer: Record

Manager: Eddie Metrie

Charley Parham was credited for years with having scored 28 straight knockout victories. The Ring Record Book of the 1940s and 1950s lists the 28 straight knockouts on Parham's record. However, in recent years, there has been some doubt cast on this streak, and as of now, it remains unconfirmed.

• Tutored by Baby Joe Gans.
• Served in the United States Army during World War Two.
• "He was one of the most exciting fighters I have ever known. Even in defeat there was suspense throughout his fight because the fans knew he could turn a bout around with just one punch." Al Fain, promoter
• "He was one of the easiest fighters I ever managed. And I have been with a few in my lifetime. He seldom complained and seldom was concerned with whom he was fighting. He just went in there and did his best." Eddie Metrie

• "‘40s Middleweight Charley Parham: The Slugging Liar" by Peter Ehrmann: [1]