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Ella Harper, the Camel Girl by Trav S.D.

Tennessee native Ella Harper (circa 1873-1921) was born with an extremely rare condition that essentially consisted of a pair of knees that bend backward. Most articles about her bizarrely refer to her “preference” for walking on all fours; I scarcely think she had much choice, do you? Harper’s performing career lasted from 1882 through 1886 [...]

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 07:58AM on February 18, 2013

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