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Jumbo the elephant: on the way to the docks
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Jumbo the elephant: on the way to the docks
Jumbo the African elephant was purchased by the American showman P.T Barnum from the Zoological Society of London in 1882. Jumbos departure was covered with great interest in the British press, with The Graphic dedicating their front page to his journey to St Katherines Dock.
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Jumbo's Grand Farewell: The Epic Journey of the African Elephant to St. Katherine's Dock, London, 1882 This photograph documents the historic moment when Jumbo the African elephant, the most famous pachyderm of his time, began his journey from London to his new home in the United States with showman P.T. Barnum. The image, published by The Graphic, captures the excitement and anticipation surrounding Jumbo's departure from the shores of England. Jumbo, who had been purchased by Barnum from the Zoological Society of London in 1882, had become a beloved figure in London. The British press covered his departure extensively, with The Graphic dedicating their front page to the event. In the photograph, Jumbo can be seen standing proudly on a specially constructed platform, surrounded by a crowd of onlookers. The elephant's massive form dwarfs the people and structures around him, emphasizing his otherworldly size and majesty. The logistics of transporting an elephant of Jumbo's size and fame were no small feat. The photograph shows the elaborate preparations that had been made for the journey, including a large crane and a specially designed crate to house the elephant during his sea voyage. The image also reveals the bustling activity at the dock, with sailors and workers scurrying about to ensure a smooth departure. Despite the challenges, Jumbo's journey was a success, and he went on to become a major attraction in the United States, inspiring awe and wonder in audiences across the country. This photograph stands as a testament to the extraordinary lengths people went to in order to experience the wonder of Jumbo, the world's most famous elephant.
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