This is documented both in print and photographicly numberous times over.
In 1938 he began travelling with his father representing the International Shoe Company.
Besides facing problems with day to day activities at homes, public spaces and general household items, the other major problem that Wadlow faced was to walk properly.
Sultan currently lives in Ankara, Turkey and was, at the time of his official record, a part-time farmer.
He also had outgrown his bed, and a local company made him a special bed as a gift.
At 10 years old, Sultan experienced a sudden explosion in growth due to the development of a tumour on his pituitary gland.