Skeleton of 'Irish Giant' to be removed from public display in London museum

Charles Byrne’s skeleton (centre) and other exhibits, Crystal Gallery, Hunterian Museum, Royal College Surgeons, Lincoln’s Inn, London. Photograph: Alamy Stock Photo

The remains of Charles Byrne, known as the 'Irish Giant' who lived in the 18th century, are to be removed from public display at the Hunterian Museum in London.

Mr Byrne measured seven foot and seven inches when he died aged 22 in 1783.