Unhinged History

Episode 41 | $500 for the Rest of Him


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Theresa just can't contain her excitement as she regales us with the pirates from Baratarian Bay. Jean and Pierre Lafitte led colorful lives in the early 1800's in the New Orleans area.


Angie shares the story of the only emperor of the United States, Joshua Abraham Norton, ( c. 1818 – January 8, 1880) who lived ruled from San Francisco. This man created his own currency, wrote edicts, and was beloved by The City. 

This episode pairs well with: 
The Battle of New Orleans 
"Lord" Timothy Dexter  
Santa Anna lost his legs during the Pastry War 

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Unhinged HistoryBy twigliot