Sarasota in Sarasota County, Florida — The American South (South Atlantic)
David Smith, Sr. & David Smith, Jr.
Circus Ring of Fame
Photographed By Brandon D Cross
1. David Smith, Sr. & David Smith, Jr. Marker
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David Smith, Sr. and David Smith, Jr.. Circus Ring of Fame. Smith, Sr. was an accomplished gymnast before learning the flying trapeze performing with his first wife Jean, the Rocksmith Flyers, winning the Circus World Championship in 1976 in England. He built his first cannon in early ‘80s debuting on Hubert Castle Circus. Eventually, all the Smith children became human cannonballs, the most famous being David “The Bullet” Smith, Jr. He has broken six Guinness World Records and is the highest and farthest flying cannonball to this day. The Smith Family has performed their astonishing act for circuses and events worldwide and on numerous television shows. For three decades they have thrilled audiences with their daredevilry. ,
James H. Drew III . James H. Drew Shows . Nik Wallenda.
Smith, Sr. was an accomplished gymnast before learning the flying trapeze performing with his first wife Jean, the Rocksmith Flyers, winning the Circus World Championship in 1976 in England. He built his first cannon in early ‘80s debuting on Hubert Castle Circus. Eventually, all the Smith children became human cannonballs, the most famous being David “The Bullet” Smith, Jr. He has broken six Guinness World Records and is the highest and farthest flying cannonball to this day. The Smith Family has performed their astonishing act for circuses and events worldwide and on numerous television shows. For three decades they have thrilled audiences with their daredevilry.
James H. Drew III • James H. Drew Shows • Nik Wallenda
Erected 2024 by Circus Ring of Fame Foundation.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Entertainment. A significant historical year for this entry is 1976.
Location. 27° 19.106′ N, 82° 34.663′ 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 south on St Armands Circle. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1 St Armands Cir, Sarasota FL 34236, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of
More about this marker. 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 . . . 1. David “The Bullet” Smith. (Submitted on April 8, 2024, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida.) 2. Circus Ring of Fame. (Submitted on April 8, 2024, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida.)
Photographed By Brandon D Cross
2. David Smith, Sr. & David Smith, Jr. Marker (left center)
Credits. This page was last revised on April 11, 2024. It was originally submitted on April 8, 2024, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. This page has been viewed 139 times since then. Photos:1, 2. submitted on April 8, 2024, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.
