Isaac Van Amburgh
American, 1808 - 1865
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American, 1866 – 1950
BiographyBorn in New York, Isaac Van Amburgh was the greatest animal trainer of his day. In 1838, Van Amburgh traveled with his animals to Europe and made his European debut at the Astley's Royal Amphitheatre. While in England, he performed before Queen Victoria.