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See all on WikipediaThe Hartford circus fire, which occurred on July 6, 1944, in Hartford, Connecticut, was one of the worst fire disasters in United States history. The fire occurred during an afternoon performance of the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus that was attended by 6,000 to 8,000 people. The … See more
In mid-20th century United States, a typical circus traveled from town to town by train, performing under a huge canvas tent commonly called a "big top". The Ringling Brothers … See more
The fire began as a small flame after the lions performed, on the southwest sidewall of the tent, while The Flying Wallendas were performing. … See more
The cause of the fire remains unsolved. Investigators at the time believed it was caused by a carelessly flicked cigarette; however, others … See more
While many people burned to death, others died as a result of the ensuing chaos. Sources and investigators differ on how many people were killed and injured. Various people and … See more
On July 7, 1944, charges of involuntary manslaughter were filed against five officials and employees of Ringling Bros. Within the ensuing … See more
• The Circus Fire: A True Story of an American Tragedy by Stewart O'Nan.
• Worlds Afire written by Paul B. Janeczko, a collection of poems … See moreWikipedia text under CC-BY-SA license WEBJul 6, 2016 · The Hartford Circus Fire occurred during a midafternoon Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus show on July 6, 1944. …
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Although "Panto's Paradise" was Willie's big number in 1944, his first appearance occurred earlier in the program when the Wallendas were performing on the high wire. During the act, Willie would stand under their rigging, holding a small handkerchief as if to catch them should they fall. The gag had been getting laughs all season, and on July 6, while the circus was in Hartford, Connecticut, there was no reason to believe that anything would be different.
Wikipedia · Text under CC-BY-SA licenseWEBJun 27, 2020 · Outside, Emmett Kelly, dressed in his Weary Willie outfit, saw the blaze and grabbed a bucket of water, but the fire was so advanced there was nothing he could do with it.
WEBJul 1, 2024 · In the second part of our series on the eerie evolution of clowns, we delve into the life of Emmett Kelly, the iconic sad clown Weary Willie.
The Great Tragedy of the Hartford Circus Fire and …
WEBThere’s a famous photo of “Weary Willy,” a clown played by Emmett Kelly, in dripping makeup and charred clothes rushing with a bucket of water. In fact, the fire was referenced in several newspapers as “The Day the …
WEBJul 6, 2019 · But, the sad-faced clown, the famous Emmett Kelly, was between the dressing room tent and the big top, according to The Evening News. “I heard what sounded like laughter at first and then it...
WEBOn July 6, 1944, the circus came to Connecticut's capital city and erupted into flames. Seventy-five years later, the Hartford Circus Fire is recognized as one of the greatest …
WEBThe Hartford Circus Fire. The worst disaster in Hartford history occurred on July 6, 1944, during a performance of the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey circus in the city's north end.
Inferno Under The Big Top: Survivors Remember The …
WEBJul 7, 2014 · The July 6, 1944 Hartford Circus Fire claimed 168 lives, many of them children who went to see the Ringling Brothers, Barnum and Bailey Circus. It is the largest circus tragedy in American history.
The Deadliest Fires in U.S. History: The Hartford Circus Fire
WEBNov 12, 2019 · The Hartford Circus Fire killed 167 people and injured 682 in 1944, when a fire broke out during a Ringling Bros. show. Learn about the causes, consequences, and …
Vintage Video - The Hartford Circus Fire ~ July 6, 1944
WEBThe audio accompanying the images is part of a 1944 episode of the Armed Forces Radio Network’s Bandwagon radio show with Ringling band leader Merle Evans interviewed …
Emmett Kelly – The Circus Ring of Fame
WEBOn July 6, 1944, Kelly was preparing to perform in a matinee show of the Ringling Brothers Circus for an audience of 6,000 in Hartford, Connecticut. [17] Twenty minutes into the …
Survivors remember Hartford Circus fire 80 years later - MSN
WEB168 people were killed, and more than 700 others injured while attending the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus when the big top caught fire on July 6, 1944.
A harrowing story of the Hartford circus fire of 1944 - CT Insider
WEBJun 27, 2023 · Local TV news and newspapers bombarded the public with images of the infamous 1944 Hartford circus fire that claimed 167 lives and injured 700 attendees. This …
The living survivors of the Hartford circus fire still carry the scars ...
WEBJun 27, 2019 · Circus Fire • 75 Years. The living survivors of the Hartford Circus Fire still carry the scars from the tragic day. Some were physical; others changed the way they …
The Day The Clowns Cried – The Story Of The Hartford Circus …
WEBSep 23, 2021 · In the official reports, the Hartford circus fire claimed a total of 167 lives, most of them children. A small fire broke out near the edge of the tent; the canvas roof …
Hartford Fire Department Marks 77th Anniversary of Hartford …
WEBJul 6, 2021 · Community members remember and pay tribute to the victims of the Hartford circus fire which happened on July 6, 1944. Tuesday marked the solemn anniversary of …
Accident or Arson? The Hartford Circus Fire, 75 Years Later - CT …
WEBJun 24, 2019 · It’s been three-quarters of a century since nearly 170 people were killed at a Hartford circus in one of the deadliest fires in U.S. history. Even today, the cause of the …
Remembering The Tragic Hartford Circus Fire 77 Years Later
WEBJul 6, 2021 · The fiery tent collapsed in about eight minutes according to eyewitness survivors, trapping hundreds of spectators beneath it. Because of a picture that …
Life Mag Jul 44 - The Hartford Circus Fire ~ July 6, 1944
WEBLife magazine, July 17, 1944 - has a short 1 page article about the fire, accompanied by the famous photo of Emmett Kelly carrying a water pail.
The Circus Fire: A True Story of an American Tragedy - Goodreads
WEBJun 20, 2000 · The acclaimed author of A Prayer for the Dying brings all his narrative gifts to bear on this gripping account of tragedy and heroism-the great Hartford circus fire of …
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