Creelman Karl M. (w1817)
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- Description: Karl Creelman, a Canadian cyclist, embarked on an extraordinary journey in 1902, becoming the first Canadian to attempt a solo world tour on a bicycle. Starting from his hometown of Truro, Nova Scotia, Creelman's venture led him across continents, facing challenges such as adverse weather conditions, rugged terrain, and at times, nearly non-existent roads. During his journey, he traveled through exotic locations, experienced diverse cultures, and overcame physical and logistical obstacles. Creelman's endeavor required not only physical endurance but also a great deal of adaptability and ingenuity, as he often had to repair his bicycle and fend for himself under tough conditions
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- Nationality-Nazionalità-Nationalité: Canada
- Birth/death-Nascita/morte-Naissance/mort: -
- Means of transport-Mezzo di trasporto-Moyen de transport: Bike, Bicicletta, Vélo
- Geographical description-Riferimento geografico-Référence géographique: Around the World, Giro del mondo, Tour du monde
- Internet: https://www.louisetrotter.photo/about-karl
- Additional references-Riferimenti complementari-Références complémentaires: Kinsman B. F., Creelman K. M., Around the World Awheel: the Adventures of Karl M. Creelman, Nimbus Publishing, Limited, 1993.
