The Internet Says it’s True

Overthrowing the Government: The Insurrection in Wilmington


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There has been one successful coup d'état in American History - a successful violent overthrowing of a city government in 1898. Sadly, it's a story of violence, politics and white supremacy.  In this episode, we explore an unpleasant chapter of America's history that not many people know and then lighten the mood with a quiz at the end.

Bonus content is available at patreon.com/michaelkent

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