Monroe would win a series of individual and tag team tiles throughout the American South, but it was his strong belief of equality that made him a hero to black wrestling fans as he built a report with them, and fought for integration behind the scenes. He refused to compete in Ellis Auditorium in Memphis until was integrated, and inadvertently became the unsung civil rights leader of wrestling. Late in his career, he would team with Norvell Austin, becoming the first regular inter racial tag team in the South. Monroe may not have become a household name across the country, but as more fans learn of his legacy, his profile continues to rise.
Should Sputnik Monroe be in the Hall of Fame?
Definitely put him in. - 78.9%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 10.5%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 0%
No opinion. - 5.3%
No way! - 5.3%
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