Chang and Eng were Siamese twins from Thailand, born conjoined at the chest. 

At the age of 30, they married two sisters who were just 16 years old at the time. After the wedding, the sisters lived in separate houses, and the twins alternated: three days with one wife, three days with the other. 

Chang had ten children, and Eng had eleven – a total of 21!  Photos of the children and their mothers were shown in the first comment 

When the boys were born in 1811 in Thailand, doctors were shocked: they were joined at the chest by a 10 cm wide band of skin and muscle. They also shared one organ – the liver.

Today, such twins could be easily separated, but at that time it was impossible.

Many believed they would live short and painful lives. But fate had other plans.

Over time, the twins became famous, not only in Thailand but across Europe. At first, they toured as curiosities, later as performers: they spoke, sang, and even argued with each other on stage.

At the height of their fame, they traveled to England. There, a romantic but misunderstood story began. A young English woman, Sofia, fell in love with both brothers – at the same time – captivated by their charm and kindness.

She dreamed of marrying them and sharing both joy and sorrow. But society wasn’t ready for that. Her parents opposed it, and the authorities refused to allow the marriage.

But the brothers did not give up. Years later, living as simple farmers in North Carolina, they met two sisters – Sarah and Adelaide Yates.

The girls were only 16. Despite protests from parents and neighbors, love blossomed between them.

In 1843, they held a unique and touching double wedding. Society still whispered behind their backs, but more softly – it was clear this was true love.

The sisters lived in separate homes, and the twins alternated every three days. They lived this way for decades.

Chang and Eng had 21 children in total. Many of their descendants are still alive today and proudly share the story of their ancestors who found happiness despite all odds.

Death came almost at the same time. Chang died of pneumonia, and Eng passed away just a few hours later – as if his heart refused to live half a life.

Since then, the whole world has known the term “Siamese twins” – in honor of the brothers who proved that even the most extraordinary life can be full of meaning.