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The Great Dinosaur Smashup
May 30, 2024
Uncover the mystery of the Great Dinosaur Smashup in 1871 where thugs destroyed dinosaur models intended for a majestic museum in New York City. Guests Vicky Coules and Carl Mehling discuss the Paleozoic Museum plan, suspects like Boss Tweed, and the search for the missing dino pieces. A fascinating exploration of 19th-century dino intrigue and criminal activity.
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- The Great Dinosaur Smash-Up of 1871 raised questions about motives and conspiracies behind the destruction.
- Recent investigations revealed compelling evidence suggesting Henry Hilton's involvement in the museum destruction.
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The Dinosaur Museum Mystery of 1871
In the 1870s, a fascinating story unfolds about a planned dinosaur museum in New York City's Central Park. Renowned artist Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins was tasked with creating life-sized dinosaur models to captivate the public. However, before the museum opening, a group of thugs destroyed all the models, leading to a mystery that has intrigued people for 150 years. The incident, known as the 'Great Dinosaur Smash-Up of 1871,' raised questions about motives and conspiracies behind this shocking act of destruction.
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