Hector Macdonald—"Fighting Mac"—was a true legend of the British Army. Rising from humble beginnings to the rank of Major General, he fought in Afghanistan, Africa, and the Boer War, earning a reputation as one of the toughest soldiers of his time. But his meteoric rise ended in scandal, conspiracy, and a tragic downfall. Some even believe he faked his death and reappeared as a German general in World War I. Could there be truth to the rumours? Listen to uncover the astonishing life and mysterious end of one of Britain's most controversial military heroes.

📚 Special thanks to historian Dr. Chris Brice for co-writing this episode—find his books here: https://amzn.to/3WTJIvZ

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