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1838 – 1883Charles Sherwood Stratton (1838-1883)Died 15 July 1883, aged 45Known by his stage name General Tom Thumb, Stratton was an American performer who achieved international fame under showman P. T. Barnum. His small stature and charismatic performances made him one of the most celebrated entertainers of his era.