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The history of diving girls is a fascinating chapter in the world of entertainment and athleticism, dating back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Diving girls, also known as “high divers” or “swan divers,” were performers who specialized in diving from great heights into small bodies of water, often while riding horses or performing acrobatics.
The practice gained popularity in the context of Wild West shows and traveling circuses in the United States during the late 1800s and early 1900s. These shows, which featured a blend of Western-themed entertainment, stunt performances, and feats of skill, captivated audiences across the country. Diving girls added an element of daring and spectacle to these shows, often performing alongside cowboys, sharpshooters, and other skilled performers.
Resources:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sonora_Webster_Carver
https://www.thespectrum.com/story/sports/mesquite/2021/04/18/eighth-pole-sonora-webster-carver-fearless-horse-diving-girl/7281572002/
https://www.pbs.org/wnet/americanmasters/sonora-webster-carver-daredevil-horse-diver-gygmrx/15128/
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/7907392/sonora_evelyn-carver
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diving_horse
Say What:
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/bc-eu-sweden-shipwreck-champagne_n_66b39148e4b042ee2ccfb989
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