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Eng And Chang Bunker When we think of the most famous people associated with our state, most of us think of someone like the Wright Brothers, Jesse Helms or even Richard Petty. In fact, none of these North Carolinians are as famous as the subjects of today's discussion. Not even close. It was said in their day that Eng and Chang Bunker were more famous than Abraham Lincoln and among the most famous people in the world. They are known as the original Siamese Twins and they spent most of their lives on a farm near North Wilkesboro when they weren't traveling the world. Learn about these fascinating brothers and a secret they revealed about religious life in the early 19th century America. Join us for a fascinating look at the Siamese Twins. Guests Tanya Jones - Executive Director of the Surry Arts Council and Great-Great Granddaughter of Eng Bunker Dr. Cynthia Wu - Assistant Professor of American Studies at the University of Buffalo Add and read comments