John Holtum Circus Strongman Poster
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Laomme aux Boulets of Canon. J. Cheret, Paris It was a feat that required immense strength, steely nerves and lightning fast reflexes. It was a feat that never failed to stun witnesses. An assistant would load the cannonball into a regulation cannon on one side of the stage and after a deafening explosion the ball would fly directly toward Holtum. Wearing only a pair of sturdy gloves and a pad on his chest for minimal protection, Holtum would attempt to catch the speeding projectile with his hands. As soon as Holtum caught the cannonball he would throw it quickly to the ground. He had learnt early on that the ball would burn his flesh if not released immediately.
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