For those that lived through the 60’s and 70’s, Daredevil Evel Knievel was the world’s best known cowboy on wheels, jumping (or attempting to jump) Mac trucks, sharks, buses and even a canyon. His stunts, charisma and attitude exemplified what the term daredevil represents in America.
Daredevil Evel Knievel is known for his successful motorcycle stunt jumps just as much as his unbelievable failures. The motivation it took one man to disregard life and limb to chance many of these jumps was seen as ultimate bravery by some and foolishness by others. While all his jumps weren’t a success, no matter the outcome he did thrill us all. In fact, many of his jumps were some of the most widely viewed sporting events ever to grace the TV screen.
Daredevil Evel Knievel cheated death numerous times and outlived all his stunts to die recently of pulmonary disease. While he holds the Guinness Book of World Records for most broken bones- 433, he is looked upon as one of the most charismatic entertainers the world has ever seen, with many calling him Elvis on Wheels. For more interesting facts about the man and his wheels, please visit Smithsonian Magazine at the following link: http://www.smithsonianmag.com/
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