Was James Hugh Murphy Jr. the largest man from Waterford? That's certainly the claim from P.T Barnum and his travelling circus of cruel curiosities.

His 'menagerie and museum of freaks' featured James Hugh Murphy Jr, who became known as 'The Irish Giant.'

8ft Tall and 350 Lbs

Murphy spent three years travelling the length and breadth of the United States as an 8ft tall, 350lbs attraction.

Reports from the media at the time refer to his pleasant nature and kindness.

The story of James and the wider conversation around P.T Barnum, whose story is told in part in the popular film, The Greatest Showman, has sparked significant controversy in modern times.

To fill in the blanks of James' story and to reflect on the wider travelling circus, Cian Manning joined Ollie and Dymphna for another week with another story.

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Keep up to date on all the latest from The Big Breakfast Blaa with Ollie and Dymphna from 6am until 10am daily.

Was James Hugh Murphy Jr. the largest man from Waterford? That's certainly the claim from P.T Barnum and his travelling circus of cruel curiosities.
His 'menagerie and museum of freaks' featured James Hugh Murphy Jr, who became known as 'The Irish Giant.'
8ft Tall and 350 Lbs
Murphy spent three years travelling the length and breadth of the United States as an 8ft tall, 350lbs attraction.
Reports from the media at the time refer to his pleasant nature and kindness.
The story of James and the wider conversation around P.T Barnum, whose story is told in part in the popular film, The Greatest Showman, has sparked significant controversy in modern times.
To fill in the blanks of James' story and to reflect on the wider travelling circus, Cian Manning joined Ollie and Dymphna for another week with another story.
Play to listen back in full.
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