P.T. Barnum
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Phineas Taylor Barnum ( / ˈbɑːrnəm /; July 5, 1810 – April 7, 1891) was an American showman, businessman and politician remembered for promoting celebrated hoaxes and founding the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus [1] with James Anthony Bailey .
2 days ago · P.T. Barnum (born July 5, 1810, Bethel, Connecticut, U.S.—died April 7, 1891, Bridgeport, Connecticut) was an American showman who employed sensational forms of presentation and publicity to popularize such amusements as the public museum, the musical concert, and the three-ring circus.
Dec 22, 2017 · P.T. Barnum Isn’t the Hero the ‘Greatest Showman’ Wants You to Think. His path to fame and notoriety began by exploiting an enslaved woman, in life and in death, as entertainment for the masses
Apr 2, 2014 · P.T. Barnum was a successful American promoter who founded what became the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus in 1871.
Apr 13, 2023 · P.T. Barnum’s impact reaches deep into our American heritage and the story of his vast contributions are preserved in his Bridgeport museum. Conceived and constructed by P.T., The Barnum Museum has proudly served an international audience since 1893, and is one of our country’s great national treasures.
Jul 2, 2015 · Following a stint as mayor of his adopted hometown of Bridgeport, Connecticut, Barnum later returned to the Connecticut Legislator in the late 1870s and became a leading advocate for pro ...
Jul 19, 2019 · The Spectacular P. T. Barnum. The great showman taught us to love hyperbole, fake news, and a good hoax. A century and a half later, the show has escaped the tent. By James Parker. August...
