Burying the Hatchet
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Burying the Hatchet
A terrible accident during a street circus act where a knife-thrower misjudges his aim and hits his woman assistant in the head with his throwing hatchet
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Accident Accidents Assistant Burying Circus Hatchet Hits Injury Knife Personal Terrible Thrower Throwing
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Burying the Hatchet: A Tragic Mishap during a 1890s Street Circus Act This poignant photograph captures a heart-wrenching moment in circus history, as the aftermath of a terrible accident unfolds before the shocked audience. The image, titled "Burying the Hatchet," depicts a knife-thrower, his face etched with regret and anguish, as he tenderly lays a bloodied hatchet next to his injured assistant. The woman, her head wrapped in a makeshift bandage, lies unconscious on the ground, her body limp and still. The scene unfolds on a dusty street, the remnants of a circus tent in the background. The air is thick with the scent of sawdust and the hushed whispers of onlookers. The knife-thrower, a man of muscular build and a steely gaze, had misjudged his aim during the act, resulting in a horrific accident. The audience, once entertained and enthralled, now stands frozen in shock and disbelief. This photograph, taken circa 1890, is a stark reminder of the personal risks and sacrifices that performers endured in the name of entertainment. The image is a testament to the human spirit, as the knife-thrower, in a moment of raw emotion, reaches out to his assistant with a gesture of love and commitment, burying the hatchet, symbolically and literally, to mend their bond. The photograph, from the esteemed Mary Evans Picture Library, is a haunting and poignant reminder of the history of circus arts and the human element that lies at its core. It serves as a reminder of the risks and rewards of the circus world, and the indomitable spirit of those who dare to defy gravity and push the boundaries of human ability.
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