Guy Bradley

Guy Bradley, hired in 1902 as a game warden, shares his harrowing experiences protecting birds in the Everglades from rampant poaching. He faced danger alone in the wilderness, confronting armed hunters while combatting the fashion industry's demand for feathers. The discussion reveals the early 1900s' challenges, including mosquito-infested living conditions and the community's reliance on hunting. Bradley’s tragic confrontation over wildlife protection underscores his legacy as a martyr, igniting the conservation movement and shaping future protections for vulnerable bird species.