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Badass of the Week, with Ben Thompson - Part 1: History's Most Ridiculous Friendly-fire Incident

Ridiculous History

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The Kettle War: A Comedic Clash

This chapter explores the Kettle War of 1784, a unique historical incident triggered by trade tensions in the Austro-Hungarian Empire, famously featuring a friendly-fire incident involving a tea kettle. The speakers blend humor with history as they discuss the absurdities of military miscommunication and the surreal outcomes of this bizarre naval confrontation.

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