Page 5 - The Gentle Giant - World's Tallest Man

At the age of 18 he became a goodwill ambassador for

International Shoe Company. As a result, he traveled

around the country in the family car. His father removed

the front passenger seat of the car so that Robert could
stretch his legs and sit comfortably.

At 18, Robert wore a size 37 shoe that was custom-made

and costs $100 - roughly $1,650 in today's dollars.

When he became ambassador for the shoe company they

were provided free of charge.