Fired from a Gun
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Fired from a Gun
At the Circus Busch, a human cannonball is seemingly shot from a gun Date: 1905
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Busch Circus Entertainer Feat Fired Human Seemingly Shot Stunt Cannon Ball
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A Thrilling Human Cannonball Act at Circus Busch in 1905: The Exhilarating Moment of Being "Fired from a Gun"! Step right up, ladies and gentlemen, and witness the death-defying spectacle of human flight at its most daring: the Human Cannonball act at Circus Busch! In this photograph from 1905, we find ourselves on the edge of our seats as we witness the seemingly impossible moment of a fearless entertainer being launched from a massive cannon, propelled through the air as if shot from a gun. The circus, an institution of wonder and excitement, has long been a place where the boundaries of human possibility are pushed and shattered. And in this astonishing feat, the performer's body, encased in a protective cylindrical casing, is loaded into the cannon's barrel, and with a deafening roar, a powerful charge is ignited. The force of the explosion sends the human cannonball soaring through the air, reaching heights and speeds that would be unimaginable without the aid of modern technology. As the performer flies through the air, the crowd holds its collective breath, their eyes wide with awe and anticipation. The momentary pause before the parachute deploys, allowing the performer to glide gracefully to the ground, is a testament to the unwavering courage and skill of the entertainer. This photograph, a captivating glimpse into the past, offers us a window into the rich history of circus arts and the thrilling, death-defying stunts that continue to captivate audiences to this day. The Human Cannonball act, a testament to human ingenuity and the limitless potential of the human spirit, remains an enduring symbol of the wonder and excitement that the circus brings to life.
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