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Ringling Brothers Circus Monument
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The Ringling Brothers Circus Monument, located in Riverside Cemetery south of Wahpeton, North Dakota, commemorates the tragic deaths of two circus workers, Charles Smith and Charles Walters, who were killed by a lightning strike while erecting the main tent in 1897. This poignant memorial, a stone replica of the shattered tent pole, serves as a reminder of the close-knit community within the circus world and the enduring legacy of those who have passed.
Established through the efforts of fellow circus workers and the Knights of Pythias fraternal order, the monument was funded by contributions from the circus community and unveiled during a funeral attended by thousands. Today, it remains a site of remembrance for circus workers who visit to pay their respects, reflecting the deep bonds formed in the circus family.
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I thought there would be more to this monument(more explanation) There is no parking area that we ...
You can google the story behind this memorial. It’s very touching. Google address is slightly off, b...
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