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George in the entrance, April 1927, the Natural History Mus
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George in the entrance, April 1927, the Natural History Mus
The removal of George the African elephant from the Central Hall in April 1927 for remounting
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April 1927: The Grand Farewell of George the African Elephant from the Central Hall of the Natural History Museum, London In this evocative photograph from the archives, George the African elephant bids farewell to the Central Hall of the Natural History Museum in London, as he is being carefully removed for remounting. The date is April 1927, and the scene is one of both grandeur and intrigue. George, a male African elephant (Loxodonta africana), was a famous resident of the museum since his arrival in 1850. He was the largest exhibit in the museum and a source of fascination for generations of visitors. However, as time took its toll on the aging elephant, it was decided that he needed to be taken down and remounted to preserve his legacy for future generations. The process of removing George was a complex and meticulous one. A large cart was brought in, and a team of experts carefully dismantled the elephant's mount and supports. The elephant's massive body was then carefully lifted onto the cart and transported out of the hall, much to the disappointment of the many onlookers. The photograph captures the moment just before George's departure, with his massive form dwarfing the museum staff and onlookers. The expression on George's face, if an elephant could be said to have one, seems to convey a sense of melancholy and resignation. The scene is one of both humour and sadness, as the grand old elephant is taken away to be preserved and displayed in a new light. This photograph is a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a glimpse into the world of the Natural History Museum in the 1920s and the care and attention given to its most famous exhibits. George may no longer be in the Central Hall, but his legacy lives on, as a reminder of the awe and wonder that the natural world can inspire.
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