How did the world’s tallest man Robert Wadlow die? Robert Wadlow is known to be the tallest person as far as recorded history is concerned. His height was so massive that he was also called the Alton Giant or the Giant of Illinois. His height also led console changes in his body as he needed leg braves while walking. Wadlow came into recognition after he toured around in 1936 with the Ringling Brothers Circus. His height was reportedly 8 ft 11 in (2.72 m).
Soon, he garnered a big promotional tour with the International Shoe Company in 1938. Sadly enough, Robert Wadlow did not live long and died when he was just 22 years old. What was seen as a small blister soon became the cause of his death! Let us find out the details about how Robert Wadlow died.
How Did Robert Wadlow Die? Here’s What We Know
It has been reported that Robert Wadlow once attended a National Forest Festival in 1940. His faulty braces caused him irritation. This eventually led to a severe infection. While he was treated with surgery and blood transfusion, he could not be saved as his condition worsened due to his autoimmune disorder. It is said that thousands of people attended his funeral and viewed his body. It was said that, given how there was no television back then, Robert was kind of a movie star.
Given that Robert was the tallest man, his family had concerns that worried that someone might dig up his body after he was buried. To make sure that does not happen, the family soon ordered a vault and even had concrete put in the ground covering the vault.
It is believed that Robert Wadlow refused the circus’ request to wear a top hat or a tail. He rather chose to wear his everyday clothes. He also garnered huge attention as it was known that the man had great physical strength. He is always remembered as a man who was honorable, sincere, and patient with people around him.
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