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Hull Confession
- When
- December 10, 1869
- Where
- Press location unspecified
George Hull confessed to the press on December 10, 1869, admitting he created the Cardiff Giant as a hoax.
Hull admitted to creating the figure and burying it on his cousin's farm. This confession preceded the court ruling and provided the basis for the public understanding that the giant was not a genuine petrified man.
Sources
- Cardiff Giant Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-11
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