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Zaro Agha - the Oldest man in the world
Zaro Agha - the Oldest man in the world - aged 156! - who toured with Bertram Mills Circus. Born in 1775 at Bitlis in Turkey, he fought against Napoleon at the Siege of Acre in Syria. He had 35 children, was married 11 times, and had (at the time of this photograph) 522 great great grandchildren. Date: 1931
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Meet Zaro Agha, the remarkable man born in 1775, making him an astonishing 156 years old at the time this photograph was taken in 1931. Hailing from Bitlis in Turkey, Zaro Agha's life story is one for the ages. His extraordinary longevity has earned him the title of the Oldest Man in the World. This photograph captures Zaro Agha in an unexpected setting, as he toured with the renowned Bertram Mills Circus. The circus, known for its thrilling acts and colorful performers, became an unlikely stage for this Turkish centenarian. Zaro Agha's life was far from ordinary. He witnessed history firsthand, having fought against Napoleon at the Siege of Acre in Syria during the late 18th century. His long life was filled with love and family, as he had an impressive 35 children and was married 11 times. The number of his descendants is a testament to his longevity – at the time of this photograph, he had an astonishing 522 great-great grandchildren. This photograph offers a glimpse into the life of a man who defied the odds and lived an extraordinary existence that spanned three centuries. Despite his advanced age, Zaro Agha's presence in the circus world challenges the notion of age and its limitations. His story serves as a reminder that life, no matter how long or short, is a journey filled with endless possibilities.
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