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Birth
Muhammad Ali was born in Louisville, Kentucky. His name was Cassius Clay. -
Introduction to Boxing
Ali was introduced to boxing after his bike was stolen and he wanted to "whup" the people who did it. The policeman, Joe Martin decided to train Ali in boxing. -
First Title Win
Ali wins first big title as novice Golden Gloves Light Heavyweight Championship. -
Olympic Success
Wins gold medal as the light heavyweight champion in Rome -
Name and Relgious Change
Joined the nation of Islam. Changed his name from Cassius Clay to Muhammad Ali. -
Revocation of Title
Ali gets drafted into army but refuses induction. His passport is revoked. The Boxing Association takes back his titles and he is banned from boxing for 3 years. -
Back Again
Returns to ring and looses after getting knocked out by Joe Frazier at Madison Square Garden after 15 rounds. The court reverses the ruling about the army and gets titles back. -
Rumble in the Jungle
Regains Heavyweight title after beating out George Forman in Zaire. -
Parkinson's Disease
Ali is diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. -
Olympic Honor
Ali lit the Olympic Flame at the Opening Ceremonies of the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta, Georgia. -
Honors
Ali is awarded Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest civilian honor. He provides many humanitarian opportuites and runs many charaties for people suffering with Parkinsons. -
Death
Ali passes away at age 74, from septic shock due to his Parkinson's disease. He was surrounded by his family.
