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Scotland's Disastrous Attempt at Empire

Dan Snow's History Hit

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The Ill-Fated Scottish Expedition to Darien

This chapter chronicles the harrowing expedition of Scottish explorers as they confront the brutal realities of settling in the North Atlantic. From initial optimism in the lushness of Darien to the unfolding challenges of survival, the journey reveals the stark contrast between expectation and reality.

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