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Circus Performers Gather to View Eclipse
Ringling Brothers-Barnum & Bailey circus performers gathered in front of a circus tent to view a solar eclipse. Some are wearing protective eyeglasses.
Ringling Brothers Circus Wagons
Elevated view of Ringling Brothers circus wagons, horses, and tents, with the Chicago skyline in the background.
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 Poster
Ringling Bros. and Barnun and Bailey combined shows poster, depicting wire walkers and other performers under a circus tent. "The only act of its kind" featuring "The Dancing, Tumbling, Somersaulti...
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 Circus Wagon and Clowns
1910
A Ringling Circus wagon, pulled by a horse, with clowns riding on top, is part of a parade along a city street.
