The world’s largest birthday cake and more: The Stampede in the 1930s — from the archives – National Post
Jul 04, 2024
In recognition of this year’s event, we’re sharing archival photo highlights and and events of note from decades of the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth
The Calgary Stampede has long been a part of this city’s history. In recognition of this year’s event, we’re sharing archival photo highlights and and events of note from decades of the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth. This instalment: The Stampede in the 1930s.
Chronology of the Stampede: 1930s
The Dirty ’30s were a time of grinding poverty and loss for many across the parched Prairies. But it was also a time when cowboys such as Dick Cosgrave and Pete Knight began years of domination in their sports.


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