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Henry Blacker, a giant. Line engraving, 1751.
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Henry Blacker, a giant. Line engraving, 1751.

1751

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Lettering: Mr. Henry Blacker the British giant, born near Cuckfield in Sussex 1724. Who is now to be seen opposite the Mouse Gate at Charing Cross. He is thought by all who have view'd him to be the tallest man ever exhibited in England, measuring 7 feet 4 inches, and exceeds the famous Mynheer Cajanus who was shewn with so much applause several years ago.

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