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Robert Wadlow
American who was the tallest recorded person in history / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Robert Pershing Wadlow (February 22, 1918 – July 15, 1940) was the tallest person who ever lived.
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Robert Pershing Wadlow | |
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Born | (1918-02-22)February 22, 1918 |
Died | July 15, 1940(1940-07-15) (aged 22) |
Cause of death | Parasitic infection |
Nationality | American |
Education | Alton High School |
Alma mater | Shurtleff College |
Known for | Tallest verified human being |
Height | 272 cm (8 ft 11 in) |
Parent(s) | Harold Franklin Wadlow Addie Johnson |
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