On This Day October 11 1988 - Turner Broadcasting Purchased Jim Crockett Wrestling Promotions

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Pete has published a news story:

On This Day October 11 1988 - Turner Broadcasting Purchased Jim Crockett Wrestling Promotions.

On this day October 11 1988, Turner Broadcasting made a major move in the world of professional wrestling by purchasing Jim Crockett Promotions, one of the most influential territories in the National Wrestling Alliance. After the acquisition, the company rebranded the promotion as World Championship Wrestling, or WCW.

This change marked the beginning of a new era in televised wrestling. With Turner’s financial backing and nationwide cable reach, WCW quickly became a serious rival to Vince...
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