The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight

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The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight

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22 May 1897

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The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight is an 1897 documentary film directed by Enoch J. Rector depicting the 1897 boxing match between James J. Corbett and Bob Fitzsimmons in Carson City, Nevada on St. Patrick’s Day. Originally running for more than 100 minutes, it was the longest film released to date; as such, it was the world’s first feature film.