Muhammad ali biography timeline example

1942Muhammad Ali is born

Muhammad Ali was born with the name Cassius Clay. 1954Cassius has his bike stolen

At 12 years old Cassius had his bike stolen.

He was very angry, and a local policeman suggested he try boxing to help get his anger out. 1960Cassius is a winner

Cassius Clay worked hard and won many titles, including a gold medal at the Olympics. October 1960Cassius wins his first pro fight

Clay won his first pro fight against a police chief named Tunney Hunsaker. 1964Cassius Clay has his name changed

After joining the Islam faith in 1964 Cassius changed his name to Muhammad Ali. February 1964Ali's first heavyweight title

Muhammad Ali won his first heavyweight title against Sonny Listen. August 1964Ali gets married

Muhammad married Sonji Roi after knowing her for only one month. 1967Ali refused to serve in the army

Ali was drafted into the United States Army, but he refused to serve his countr