Gargantua
Posted By thecircusblog on February 16, 2009
Gargantua…1929-1949. Dick Kroenel raised “Buddy” as he was originally named by Mr. and Mrs. Lintz. He was featured for several years on Ringling Bros. Circus as the largest gorilla ever in captivity. Gargantua died in November 1949 of double pneumonia and also of a skin disease and bad wisdom teeth
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My name is Ivan M. Henry and I am the 4th generation of a circus/show business dynasty. I hope you enjoy the blog.Comments
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This picture of Gargantua (Buddy) shows how gorilla’s are one of the most beautiful & powerful creatures of the world. Thank you for this blog!