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Victoria's armpit and 'giant' bones: body parts that changed history

History Extra podcast

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Body Parts That Changed History

Exploring significant body parts throughout history, including failed attempts to view Charles Burney's bones and Napoleon's member, as well as the disappointing findings from tests on Einstein's brain. The chapter also mentions the display of Napoleon and Rasputin's penises, Queen Victoria's armpit abscess, and its impact on medical advancements.

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