Walter McGowan, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death
TweetWalter McGowan
British boxer
Date of Birth: 13-Oct-1942
Place of Birth: Hamilton, Scotland, United Kingdom
Date of Death: 15-Feb-2016
Profession: boxer
Nationality: United Kingdom
Zodiac Sign: Libra 
About Walter McGowan
- Walter McGowan, MBE (13 October 1942 – 15 February 2016), was a Scottish boxer born in Hamilton, South Lanarkshire.
- He was known for having been the world flyweight champion (Lineal champion.
- Recognized by European Boxing Union, British Boxing Board of Control and The Ring). He was the son of Thomas McGowan, who had boxed under the name of "Joe Gans". He was a skilful boxer, who showed brilliant footwork and knew how to use the ring.
- However, he suffered throughout his career with cuts, often having fights stopped despite being ahead on points.
- Without this failing, he would have had an even more successful career.
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