In 1820, the Spanish rulers in Lima, Peru were on the brink of defeat. In preparation, they decided to box up and ship out the vast riches they'd stolen and amassed over the previous 200 years. And as we all know, the best way to not lose treasure is to put it on the ship of one probably trustworthy guy. This week, we explore the legendary Lost Loot of Lima. 

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