The Kentucky River Giant: Martin Van Buren Bates Claimed 7' 11" - Blue Ridge Country
Martin Van Buren Bates was 7ft 7in tall and joined the 5th Kentucky Infantry in 1861. His ferocity in battle and imposing figure saw him quickly promoted to the rank of captain.
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The Kentucky River Giant: Martin Van Buren Bates Claimed 7' 11" - Blue Ridge Country
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Anna Haining Bates, who at 7'11" was one of the tallest women to ever live, with her 7'8" husband Martin van Buren Bates. 1870s. [1128x1122] : r/HistoryPorn
Letcher County working to honor native son who was a giant | Lexington Herald Leader
Seville Historical Society - Happy Birthday to Captain Martin Van Buren Bates! According to many sources, Martin Van Buren Bates was born in Letcher County, Kentucky, on November 9, 1845*. He was
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Martin Vanburen Bates with his second wife.
The Kentucky River Giant: Martin Van Buren Bates Claimed 7' 11" - Blue Ridge Country
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Marriage of Captain Martin van Buren Bates to Anna Swan, at St. Martin-in-the-Fields, London, June 17, 1871. They met at a circus in Halifax where Martin Van Buren Bates was performing. Anna
Capt. M.V. Bates Martin Van Buren Bates. W. L. Germon (American, 1823 - 1877 Stock Photo - Alamy
Letcher County working to honor native son who was a giant | Lexington Herald Leader
