My Favorite Murder with Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark 419 - The Butterfly King: A WWII Murder Mystery
Mar 14, 2024
The podcast explores a WWII murder mystery involving King Boris III of Bulgaria, revealing secrets of a doomed royal dynasty. Investigative journey uncovers forgotten WWII murder case with elderly siblings seeking closure. A blend of adventure, insects, and mystery with unexpected twists. Exciting upcoming projects and collaborations teased with a British media company.
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Discovery of the Butterfly King Story
- Becky Milligan discovered the story by finding a book called "Hitler and the King" during the COVID period.
- This sparked an investigation into Bulgaria's WWII history and King Boris III's mysterious death.
Hidden WWII Hero: King Boris III
- King Boris III saved Bulgaria's Jewish population, increasing it during WWII unlike most of Europe.
- His legacy remains controversial and largely unknown outside Bulgaria.
Meeting King Boris's Children
- The hosts met King Boris III's children, who shared personal stories and memories.
- The children hold deep sadness and hope their father's story is remembered fairly.