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Performing Circus Elephants
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A group of over twenty-six Ringling Brothers, Barnum & Bailey Circus elephants, standing on their rear legs with front legs resting on the elephant ahead. They perform in a circus ring inside New York City's Madison Square Garden while watched by a large audience.
1943
Chester Photo Service
Publication Information
| Creator | Chester Photo Service |
|---|---|
| Contributor | Wisconsin Historical Society |
| Date Created | 1943 |
Physical Description
| Format | Image |
|---|---|
| Extent | 1 photograph |
| Dimensions | 26 x 21 cm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | Circus and rodeo photographs, circa 1875- circa 1940 |
|---|---|
| Call Number | PH 2987 |
| Catalog Record | https://search.library.wisc.edu/catalog/999465797402121 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED |
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W0129LC
WHi 22743
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Ringling Brothers, Barnum & Bailey Circus in New York
April 4, 1934
Three rings of the Ringling Brothers, Barnum & Bailey Circus are shown being set up for a performance in New York's Madison Square Garden.
Circus Cook Tent
1942
Cooks preparing food for fellow workers with Ringling Brothers, Barnum and Bailey Circus.
Elephant Street Procession
circa 1875-1940
A team of elephants, paired and directed by circus personnel, proceed along an urban street.
Women Circus Drummers
1942
Five women drummers with the Ringling Brothers, Barnum and Bailey Circus posing with striped drums. They are wearing band uniforms, including large hats topped by plumes.
Boys Looking into Circus Tent
circa 1875-1940
Three young boys, kneeling in the grass, peer into a circus tent at the elephants.
Circus Performers and Animals
circa 1875-1940
Fred and Ella Bradna, equestrian director and performer for Ringling Brothers, Barnum & Bailey. There are several other performers and a dog, relaxing in their circus wagon.
