14. Annie Edson Taylor
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Why do you think that some people seem to find a thrill in attempting novel and risky achievements such as going over Niagra Falls in a barrel?
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Annie Edson Taylor became the first person to go over Niagra Falls in a barrel in late October 1901. Although the massive New York waterfalls were a common tourist destination at the time, no one had previously attempted this feat. Since then, the location has been a common setting for daredevil-type performances.
