General Tom Thumb
Charles Sherwood Stratton (January 4, 1838 – July 15, 1883), better known by his stage name "General Tom Thumb", was an American with dwarfism who achieved great fame as a performer under circus pioneer P. T. Barnum.
General Tom Thumb | |
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General Tom Thumb in 1862 | |
| Born | Charles Sherwood Stratton January 4, 1838 Bridgeport, Connecticut, U.S. |
| Died | July 15, 1883 (aged 45) Bridgeport, Connecticut, U.S. |
| Resting place | Mountain Grove Cemetery, Bridgeport 41.17189°N 73.22465°W |
| Known for | Circus performer |
| Height | 3 ft 4 in (102 cm) |
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