Chuck Wiggins "The Orchid Man of Indy"

Uncover the life of a prominent professional boxer from Indianapolis in this fact filled-easy read.

About "Chuck Wiggins: The Orchid Man of Indy"

Chuck Wiggins

Chuck Wiggins was born in Fortville, Indiana in 1899. He was the only child of his mother Ruth Wiggins and he grew up fatherless. At a young age they moved to the City of Indianapolis.

Chuck learned at a young age that he was good at one thing; FIGHTING. At the age of 15, he started fighting professionally, which turned into a historic career as a pugilist. During the 1920s and 1930s, Chuck Wiggins was one of the most well known figures of boxing in the country. He fought many of the greats to include Harry Greb, Gene Tunney, and sparring the Jack Dempsey.

His turbulent personal life led to legal problems which landed him in prison at a young age. While there, he was additionally charged with "Escape", a case which ended up before the Indiana Supreme Court. The legal problems compounded as the arrests continued. His brawls with the Indianapolis Police, or any other police officer for that matter, dominated the headlines. His drunken exploits became more legendary than his boxing career.

Author Background

Kurt Spivey is a professional boxing referee and judge with a passion for boxing history. As a career long police detective, his research and investigative skills helped him to document the life of an Indianapolis boxing legend. His first book, "Chuck Wiggins: The Orchid Man of Indy" chronicles his extrodary life, providing unique insights into the Wiggin's career, personal life, the sport of boxing and the history of Indianapolis.