![]() American Circus Performer Bird Millman, ca. 1915 Image by Unknown authorUnknown author, via Wikimedia Commons. Licensed Public domain |
Jack MillmanBird Millman Bird Millman American circus performer, Ziegfeld Girl Bird Millman O’Day (born Jennadean Engleman; October 20, 1890 – August 5, 1940[1]) was one of the most celebrated high-wire performers of all time.[2] During the “Golden Age of the American Circus,” she was a premiere attraction with the Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Circus.[3] Bird Millman, 1913.[4] Quick facts Born, Died ... Bird Millman Millman about 1917 Born Jennadean Engleman (1890-10-20)October 20, 1890 Cañon City, Colorado, U.S. Died August 5, 1940(1940-08-05) (aged 49) Cañon City, Colorado, U.S. Occupation Tightrope walker Employer(s) Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Circus Florenz Ziegfeld Spouse(s) John C. Thomas (divorced) Joseph Francis O'Day (m.?-1929; his death) Close Mud shows and vaudeville Born Jennadean Engleman… (Source: Wikipedia)
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