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VTG PC Chicago Zoo Bushman the Gorilla
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From the sellerThe VTG PC Chicago Zoo Bushman the Gorilla postcard features a vintage image of Bushman, a beloved gorilla who lived at the Chicago Zoo. This collectible postcard captures a piece of history from the zoo's past, making it a unique and nostalgic addition to any postcard collection. Perfect for fans of the Chicago Zoo or collectors of topographical postcards, this item offers a glimpse into the animals and people who have called the zoo home over the years. Bushman was captured in Equatorial West Africa in 1929 when he was one year old and sold to the Lincoln Park Zoo in Chicago. He lived there until 1957. Bushman was about 6 ft tall and 550 pounds.
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