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Karl Wallenda, Tightrope Walker, crosses 100ft above the ground, near Tower Bridge
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Karl Wallenda, Tightrope Walker, crosses 100ft above the ground, near Tower Bridge
Karl Wallenda, Tightrope Walker, crosses 100ft above the ground, near Tower Bridge, London, Monday 22nd November 1976. Pictured celebrating after crossing
Arthur Sidey
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
Greater London
England
76 6796
Media ID 21674248
© Mirrorpix
Bottle Champagne Circus Daredevil Glass High Wire Artist Performer Performers Stunt Stuntman Stunts Tightrope Walker
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In this print captured by Arthur Sidey, we witness the fearless Karl Wallenda, a renowned tightrope walker, defying gravity as he crosses 100ft above the ground near London's iconic Tower Bridge. Taken on Monday, 22nd November 1976, this image freezes a moment of pure celebration after Wallenda successfully completes his daring feat. The atmosphere is electric as Wallenda stands triumphantly on the high wire, surrounded by an enthralled crowd. His face radiates joy and accomplishment while holding a bottle of champagne in one hand and a glass in the other. The excitement is palpable; it seems like everyone present shares in his exhilaration. This photograph encapsulates the essence of circus entertainment from that era – daredevils pushing boundaries to captivate audiences with their death-defying stunts. As a high wire artist and performer extraordinaire, Wallenda epitomizes courage and skill. The composition beautifully captures both the grandeur of Tower Bridge looming in the background and the delicate balance required for such an extraordinary act. It serves as a testament to human determination and perseverance against all odds. Arthur Sidey's snapshot immortalizes not only Karl Wallenda's incredible achievement but also an era when performers pushed limits to create awe-inspiring spectacles that left spectators breathless. This photograph reminds us of our fascination with risk-taking endeavors that challenge what we believe possible – forever etching Karl Wallenda's name into history as one of those legendary stuntmen who dared
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