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Jumbo the large African elephant sold by London Zoo in 1882 to the American showman
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Jumbo the large African elephant sold by London Zoo in 1882 to the American showman
Jumbo the large African elephant sold by London Zoo in 1882 to the American showman Phineas Taylor Barnum (1810-1891) for his circus which became known as the Greatest Show on Earth. Jumbo in his crate, his keeper on platform to keep him calm, hoisted from a barge onto the Assyrian Monarch in Millwall Docks, London. From The Illustrated London News (London, 1 April 1882). Wood engraving
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1882 African American April Assyrian Barge Barnum Calm Captivity Circus Crate Docks Earth Elephant Exhibition Exploitation Greatest Illustrated Keeper Large Mammal Monarch News Platform Show Sold Taylor Wood 1810 1891 Hoisted Jumbo Millwall Phineas Showman
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This print takes us back to a significant moment in history, capturing the iconic Jumbo the African elephant during his journey from London Zoo to the American circus. In 1882, Phineas Taylor Barnum, renowned showman and founder of "The Greatest Show on Earth" acquired this majestic creature for his exhibition. The image portrays Jumbo confined within a crate, surrounded by an air of anticipation. His keeper stands on a platform nearby, diligently ensuring that the gentle giant remains calm throughout this extraordinary transfer. The scene unfolds at Millwall Docks in London as Jumbo's colossal form is hoisted onto the Assyrian Monarch barge. Wood engraving techniques bring out intricate details in this historical snapshot, emphasizing both the grandeur and vulnerability of this magnificent mammal. It serves as a reminder of how animals were often exploited for entertainment purposes during that era. Published in The Illustrated London News on April 1st, 1882, this image captures not only an important event but also raises questions about captivity and exploitation. Nevertheless, it symbolizes an era when curiosity was piqued by exotic creatures brought from distant lands to captivate audiences worldwide. Jumbo's story continues to fascinate generations even today; he remains one of history's most celebrated elephants whose legacy lives on through tales told around campfires or depicted in photographs like this one from Universal Images Group (UIG).
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