HMS Terror and the Cannibalism Myth: Debunked with Ernest Coleman

Join us in this episode as we journey to the freezing wastes of Victorian exploration with author and adventurer Ernest Coleman. Ernest passionately refutes the myth of cannibalism in the Franklin Expedition, shedding light on its failure, objectives, and the political factors that tarnished its reputation.

Explore the chilling world of Victorian exploration with Ernest Coleman, an author and adventurer.Debunking the persistent myth of cannibalism in the Franklin Expedition.Uncovering the reasons behind the expedition's failure and its original objectives.A closer look at the political dynamics and vendettas that marred the reputation of this historic exploration mission.Join us on this journey to separate fact from fiction in the HMS Terror and Franklin Expedition story.

 

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