What title did Ike Williams win in April 1945?
World Welterweight Championship
World Middleweight Championship
World Lightweight Championship
World Featherweight Championship
Answer
Ike Williams won the World Lightweight Championship in April 1945, defeating Beau Jack in a 15-round bout. With this victory, Williams became the first African-American to hold the world lightweight title since 1938. His triumph marked a significant milestone in boxing history, breaking down racial barriers and paving the way for future generations of African-American boxers.
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