Joe Louis: America's Hero Betrayed

Defending his title for over 11 years, Joe Louis is considered by many to be the greatest heavyweight boxing champion of all time. This profile of the Brown Bomber provides an in-depth look at his fighting career, how he transcended race to become a hero to whites and blacks alike, and how he became a symbol for America's fight against the Nazis in his famous fights with Max Schmeling and his enlistment in the U.S. Army. 75 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English.