Adam Forepaugh

Adam John Forepaugh (born Adam John Forbach; February 28, 1831 – January 22, 1890) was an American entrepreneur, businessman, and circus owner, who rose from a poor working-class background to both own the circus which was "Barnum's only rival", and considerable Philadelphia real-estate holdings, at the time of his death.

Adam Forepaugh

Adam John Forepaugh (born Adam John Forbach; February 28, 1831 – January 22, 1890) was an American entrepreneur, businessman, and circus owner, who rose from a poor working-class background to both own the circus which was "Barnum's only rival", and considerable Philadelphia real-estate holdings, at the time of his death.