DS, signed in black ballpoint, “Muhammad Ali,” one page, 8.5 x 11, June 23, 1970. State of Michigan boxing license application for Ali, a renewal of his expired 1968 license, complete with his home address, telephone number, birth date and fighting style, “righthand.” Signed at the conclusion in black ballpoint by Ali. In fine condition, with expected document wear.
Citing his Islamic religious beliefs, Ali famously refused induction into the US Army in 1967—a stance that led to his arrest and eventual conviction on draft evasion charges. The champ was subsequently stripped of his title, and boxing commissions across the country revoked his professional boxing licenses. As he appealed the conviction, Ali worked toward reinstatement to the ring, and, two months after filing this application with Michigan officials, he managed to get his licenses reinstated by the city of Atlanta, Georgia. A direct relic of Ali’s return to boxing after a three-year absence. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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