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When Johann K. Petursson made his first appearance at the fairgrounds, it was easy to see why the entire world looked up to him. At the time of his visit to Etowah County, he was billed as the worlds' tallest living man.. Petursson claimed to stand at an incredible 8 feet, 8 inches. Petursson was a true giant, weighing an amazing 425 pounds.

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Jóhann K. Pétursson. Jóhann Kristinn Pétursson, also known as the Icelandic Giant and the Viking Giant, was an Icelandic circus performer and actor who at his peak measured 2.34 metres in height and weighed 163 kilograms (359 lb). Klar Tale (newspaper)

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Johann Petursson (1913-1984) was born in Dalvík, Iceland. He stood 7 feet 7 inches and weighed 298 pounds and often dressed up in a suit and top hat, or in his famous Viking costume, throughout his sideshow career. Written on sleeve: Circuses, Ringling Bros, 1955 Johann the Viking Giant was also known as Johann K. Petursson, Johann K. Peterson.

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Johann Petursson was billed as "the Icelandic Giant" and claimed a height of nearly nine feet, though he was probably closer to seven. Early in his career he dressed the part of the dandy in top hat, waistcoat and tails — but in later years he took to wearing the outlandish Viking costume pictured here. Petursson was born in Dalvik, Iceland.

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And don't forget the outfit worn by the "Viking Giant" himself, Johann K. Petursson. He stood nearly 9 feet tall and weighed 425 pounds. You will see his colorful costume and the actual boots he wore daily -they're the size of a small child. See one of the rings he wore that you could fit a half-dollar through.

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Jóhann Kristinn Pétursson (9 February 1913 - 26 November 1984), also known as the Icelandic Giant and the Viking Giant, was an Icelandic circus performer and actor who at his peak measured 2.34 metres (7 ft 8 in) in height and weighed 163 kilograms (359 lb).

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Johann Petursson was born on 9 February 1913 in Dalvik, Iceland. He was an actor, known for Prehistoric Women (1950), Hjertetyven (1943) and Carny (1980). He died on 26 November 1984 in Dalbær, Iceland. Menu. Movies. Release Calendar Top 250 Movies Most Popular Movies Browse Movies by Genre Top Box Office Showtimes & Tickets Movie News India.

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And don't forget the outfit worn by the "Viking Giant" himself, Johann K. Petursson. He stood nearly 9 feet tall and weighed 425 pounds. You will see his colorful costume and the actual boots he wore daily -they're the size of a small child. See one of the rings he wore that you could fit a half dollar through.

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The Ringling freak show features sword-swallowers, snake-handlers, fire-eaters, bullwhip-crackers, knife-throwers, fat men, skinny men, rubber men, a family of albino midgets and the star of the show - Johann K. Petursson, the Icelandic Giant - the Tallest Man in the World. Johann is no sissy giant, no puny, pituitary-gland pussy he.

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JOHANN PETURSSON - The Viking Giant At one point, Johann Petursson was the tallest man alive. He was officially dethroned during his lifetime by the colossal Robert Wadlow but he is arguably the better remembered giant due to his showmanship, personality and longevity. Johann was born in Dalvik, Iceland on February 9, 1913.

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Johann Petursson was born in Dalvik, Iceland on February 9, 1913. He began life as Johann Svarfaelingur, the third child of nine and the only one of extraordinary size. He had a normal development till the age of 15 after which accelerated growth occurred.

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Jóhann K. Pétursson (Jóhann Kristinn Pétursson) was born on 9 February, 1913 in Dalvík, Iceland, is an actor. Discover Jóhann K. Pétursson's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is He in this year and how He spends money?

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Jóhann Kristinn Pétursson (9 February 1913 - 26 November 1984), also known as the Icelandic Giant and the Viking Giant, was an Icelandic circus performer and actor who at his peak measured 2.34 metres (7 ft 8 in) in height and weighed 163 kilograms (359 lb). Contents. 1 Early life; 2 Career;

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Jóhann K. Pétursson with Thunderbird Snapshot. This casual, yet somehow iconic image show Johann standing beside a tiny-looking Ford Thunderbird with a diner in the background, in his full dress Viking Giant costume.

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Jóhann Kristinn Pétursson (9 February 1913 - 26 November 1984), also known as the Icelandic Giant and the Viking Giant, was an Icelandic circus performer and actor who at his peak measured 2.34 metres (7 ft 8 in) in height and weighed 163 kilograms (359 lb). Early life

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Jóhann Kristinn Pétursson, also known as The Viking Giant, Johann the Giant ( Jóhann Risi) and Jóhann Svarfdælingur (February 9, 1913 - November 26, 1984) was an Icelandic giant from Dalvík, Iceland. At peak, he measured 2.34 m (7 ft 8 in) and weighed 359.35 lb (163.00 kg). Contents Jhann Svarfdlingur Icelandic Giant Biography Professional career