Sarasota in Sarasota County, Florida — The American South (South Atlantic)

Alfredo Codona

Circus Ring of Fame

Photographed By Brandon D Cross, February 27, 2020

1. Alfredo Codona Marker

Inscription.

A Ringling Bros. superstar of the 1920s, he was undisputed “King of the Flying Trapeze.” At a time when few had attempted it and even fewer had succeeded, he made the difficult triple back somersault a highlight of every performance, his flawless style and grace creating an illusion of flight that has never been equaled. Ironically, he suffered a career-ending injury performing the very maneuver with which he had gained his stardom.
Sarasota International Circus Festival & Parade

Erected 1995 by Sarasota International Circus Festival and Parade and the Circus Ring of Fame Foundation, Inc.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Entertainment.

Location. 27° 19.122′ N, 82° 34.607′ W. Marker is in Sarasota, Florida, in Sarasota County. Marker is at the intersection of St Armands Circle and John Ringling Boulevard, on the left when traveling north on St Armands Circle. Marker is located on the northeast area of the circle. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1 St Armands Circle, Sarasota FL 34236, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Nerveless Nocks (here, next to this marker); Dr. J.Y. Henderson (here, next to this marker); Harold Alzana

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(here, next to this marker); Karl L. King (here, next to this marker); The Zacchinis (here, next to this marker); May Wirth (here, next to this marker); Fay Alexander (here, next to this marker); D.R. and Isla Miller (here, next to this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Sarasota.

Regarding Alfredo Codona. The Circus “Ring of Fame” recognizes those persons who made a significant contribution to the art and culture of the circus. With dozens of inductees from around the world, the Ring of Fame began in 1986 as a way to honor world famous circus performers and the rich circus heritage of the Sarasota, Florida area.

Also see . . . Circus Ring of Fame. (Submitted on April 5, 2020, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida.)

Photographed By Brandon D Cross, February 27, 2020

2. Alfredo Codona Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on April 6, 2020. It was originally submitted on April 5, 2020, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. This page has been viewed 108 times since then and 15 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 5, 2020, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. • J. Makali Bruton was the editor who published this page.