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Matt Preston, the Pirate Queen and a Guy Called Smedley

Heroes and Howlers

English - July 24, 2023 17:00 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MB - ★★★★★ - 7 ratings
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In this episode Paul and Mikey talk to writer, presenter and bon vivant Matt Preston about Zheng Yi Sao, the woman who became possibly the most powerful pirate in maritime history. They also discuss the eventful life of Major General Smedley Butler and a foiled insurrection during FDR’s administration.


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