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👨 The Tallest Man in the World: Robert Wadlow (1918-1940) 👨

The tallest man ever recorded in history was Robert Pershing Wadlow from Alton, Illinois, USA. He is still recognized by the Guinness World Records as the tallest man to ever live.

📏 Height:

• 8 feet 11.1 inches (272 cm)

📅 Life Details:

• Born: February 22, 1918
• Died: July 15, 1940 (aged 22)
• Cause of Death: Infection caused by a poorly fitted leg brace

💡 Interesting Facts:

1. Robert Wadlow’s extraordinary height was due to a condition called hyperplasia of the pituitary gland, which caused an abnormal production of growth hormone.
2. At the time of his death, Robert weighed 439 pounds (199 kg).
3. He never stopped growing throughout his life, even at the time of his death.
4. He required specially made size 37AA shoes, which were the largest shoes ever made.
5. Despite his height, Robert was known for being kind and gentle, earning him the nickname “The Gentle Giant”.

👔 Clothing and Shoes:

• His clothes and shoes had to be custom-made due to his size.
• A pair of his shoes costs $100 in the 1930s, equivalent to around $2,000 today.

📍 Legacy:

There is a life-size statue of Robert Wadlow in his hometown of Alton, Illinois, and his story continues to inspire people around the world.

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