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Gorilla Man for Ringling Brothers Circus
1942
A man in a gorilla suit stands on the tongue of a wagon, holding his mask. He is an employee of the Ringling Brothers Barnum & Bailey Circus.
Circus Cook Tent
1942
Cooks preparing food for fellow workers with Ringling Brothers, Barnum and Bailey Circus.
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.
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.
Ringling Brothers' Circus Clowns
1901
Two early Ringling Brothers' circus clowns, whose photographs appeared in the "Ringling Annual" under a section titled "Last of the Old-Time Clowns".
Circus Group
1892
A large group of circus performers and personnel, including a clown and band members, pose in front of a tent.
