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The Longest Beard on Record, 1896, (1910)
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The Longest Beard on Record, 1896, (1910)
The Longest Beard on Record, 1896, (1910). Valentine Tapley now holds fifth place for the Worlds Longest Beard. The Pike County farmer and loyal Democrat vowed not to trim his beard again if Abraham Lincoln was chosen as president in 1860. From The Strand Magazine. [George Newnes Ltd. London, 1910]
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This photograph captures Valentine Tapley, a Pike County farmer from the 19th century, proudly displaying his record-breaking beard. Taken in 1910 for The Strand Magazine, this image showcases Tapley's commitment to an unusual promise he made over half a century earlier. In 1860, as Abraham Lincoln was elected president of the United States, Tapley vowed not to trim his beard ever again. This bizarre pledge stemmed from his unwavering loyalty to the Democratic Party and served as a testament to his deep admiration for Lincoln's political opponent. As time passed by, Tapley's facial hair grew longer and more unruly with each passing year. By 1896, when this photo was originally taken (and reprinted in 1910), Tapley had achieved worldwide recognition for possessing the longest beard on record at that time. However, by then he had slipped down to fifth place in the rankings of impressive beards. Tapley's extraordinary dedication is evident in this monochrome portrait. His long white beard cascades down past his chest while he gazes confidently into the camera lens. The image encapsulates both the impracticality and uniqueness of such an extravagant display of facial hair. Valentine Tapley remains an intriguing figure from America's history - a man whose stubbornness led him on an unexpected journey towards becoming one of the most renowned bearded individuals of all time.
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