Bizarre Early 20th Century Circus Photos Have People Questioning What Went On Behind the Scenes

Fanny Mills (1860 – 1892)

Fanny Mills suffered from Lymphedema. The illness caused intense swelling in her limbs that were incurable. She began her career in the medical realm and eventually joined a circus after they offered her $5,000 a year. She was reported to wear size 30 shoes.

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