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Born Charles Sherwood Stratton, General Tom Thumb would go on to be the most famous midget in history.
CDV of Mr. and Mrs. Tom Thumb (Charles Stratton and Lavinia Warren) famous little people who performed for P.T. Barnum. This illustration depicts Charles Sherwood Stratton (General Tom Thumb) and Lavinia Warren following their wedding. The couple were received by President Lincoln at the White House. Present in the image are likenesses of Abraham Lincoln and his Mary Todd Lincoln. This image was produced and published by Golden & Sammons of Chicago. The photograph and the card are in excellent antique condition. Dimensions: 4" x 6 1/2" Mylar sleeve included to protect image. Shipping upgrades and international rates available on request.
Born Charles Sherwood Stratton, General Tom Thumb would go on to be the most famous midget in history.
File name: 08_06_009036 Title: Tom Thumb's house in Middleborough Creator/Contributor: Jones, Leslie, 1886-1967 (photographer) Date created: 1926 Physical description: 1 negative : glass, black & white ; 4 x 5 in. Genre: Glass negatives Subjects: Thumb, Tom, 1838-1883; Houses Notes: Title and date from information provided by Leslie Jones or the Boston Public Library on the negative or negative sleeve. Collection: Leslie Jones Collection Location: Boston Public Library, Print Department Rights: Copyright © Leslie Jones. Preferred citation: Courtesy of the Boston Public Library, Leslie Jones Collection.
PT Barnum revived the magic of Bridgeport, Connecticut, in the mid-19th century. His circus's winter headquarters were there, he served as its mayor and was the city's biggest beneficiary.
General Tom Thumb, American showman who was noted for his small stature. While still a young child, he began working for the circus impresario P.T. Barnum and became the first major attraction promoted by him. Learn more about Thumb’s life and career.
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Portrait of the dwarf General Tom Thumb, in Highland dress. Charles Sherwood Stratton was nicknamed General Tom Thumb by P T Barnum, the circus owner.
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General Tom Thumb (or simply Tom Thumb) was the stage name of Charles Sherwood Stratton, a circus performer who lived during the 19th century.
Bewitching all levels of society, it was a world of astonishing spectacle - of dwarfs, giants, bearded ladies, Siamese twins and swaggering showmen. But the real life stories have been lost... until now.
General Tom Thumb was a tiny show business phenomenon for P.T. Barnum. Learn about his life as a performer, his marriage, and experiences.
