In 1892, 24-year-old Frank G. Lenz, a gallant, prideful and stubborn young accountant set forth to circle the globe alone (bad idea) by bicycle. His only fears were surviving China---he escaped a deadly stoning---and Turkey. The naive Lenz likely murdered near Erzurum, Turkey (Ottoman Empire) before the end of his tour in London. The photo above is likely the last one taken. A bit more background at wheelman. Check out the globe-circling cyclist who set out to investigate Lenz' demise at Sachtleben. His trip was so delayed, few clues remained.
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