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The tragedy of the death of the tallest man in human history
At 2.72 meters tall, Robert Wadlow was considered the tallest man in human history. But a small injury killed the 'Illinois giant'
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The tragic ending of the world's tallest man
With a height of 2.72m, Robert Wadlow has been recognized as the tallest man in the world. However, his life is not only short-lived but also sadly ending.