Raynors HCA 2019-01
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 2/21/2019
Carte de visite of Martin Bates, with Philadelphia photographers backmark. Fine condition. Martin Bates (1837-1919), Folk Figure. Known as the "Kentucky River Giant" for his great height, Bates measured seven feet, eleven 1/2 inches tall, and weighed 478 pounds. He served in the War Between the States in the 5th Kentucky Infantry, CSA, and rose to the rank of Capt. in the Virginia State Line. After the war he toured the USA, Canada, and Europe. In 1871 Bates married Anna Swan, the "Giantess of Nova Scotia," in London, where they were received by Queen Victoria.. The Guinness Book of World Records and other reputable sources have him listed at being 7 feet 7.5 inches tall and weighing 328 pounds.
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