Frank "Rocky" Fiegel was the inspiration for the character #Popeye. Born in Chester, Illinois, Fiegel had a prominent chin, sinewy physique, and a propensity and agile skill for fist-fighting. E. C. Segar used him as the model for Popeye's character design. He died on March 24, 1947, at age 79, and is buried in Chester Cemetery. #sailor #soldier #navy #sailorscout #sailing #marine #cosplay #popeye #socialshadow #socialshadow1