Based on a True Story

Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World with Gordon Laco

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Today we'll learn about the historical accuracy of 2003's Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World. Helping us separate fact from fiction is Gordon Laco, who was the Lead Technical Advisor and Historical Consultant for the movie.


Learn more about Gordon's work: https://links.boatspodcast.com/181guest


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