What was the effect of the Black fighter, Joe Louis' victory over his white opponent? Chapters 18-21

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Louis' victory was a great source of pride and hope for the community because he was black.

"Joe Louis had proved that we were the strongest people in the world" by winning the fight, Angelou said.

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