Episode 624: The Assassination of Abraham Lincoln Part IV - Madder than a Hatter
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The Eccentric Trials of Boston Corbett
This chapter explores the bizarre and tragic life of Boston Corbett, a Civil War soldier and fervent street preacher who faced personal demons and extreme beliefs. It humorously details his drastic self-castration as an act of misguided piety and discusses his eccentric behaviors and struggles with identity. Blending historical insight with comedic commentary, the narrative illuminates Corbett's complex motivations and the chaotic realities of his time.
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