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Robert wadlow was the tallest person in recorded history. how tall was he?

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8 ft 11 in

Step-by-step explanation:

According to the Guinness World Records, the tallest human in recorded history was Robert Wadlow of the United States (1918–1940), who was 272 cm (8 ft 11 in). He received media attention in 1939 when he was measured to be the tallest man in the world, beating John Rogan 's record, after reaching a height of 267 cm (8 ft 9 in).

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Around 8’11 feet tall. Or 2.71 Meters
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