Katie Brumbach was born in the back of a circus wagon to Philippe and Johanna Brumbach on May 6, 1884. Her parents were both performers in the Bavarian circus. Touted as strong people, Philippe is said to have been able to lift 500 pounds with just one finger. His wife had 15 inch biceps. Katie … Continue reading Katie Sandwina
Bill Durks was born April 17, 1913 to “normal” parents, but one look at Bill, and you knew he was different. Bill was born with frontonasal dysplasia. Now, people recognize children born with a cleft palate. There are surgical treatments and many children born with the affliction go on to live normal lives. Frontonasal dysplasia … Continue reading Bill Durks
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