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  Butch Cassidy’s boyhood home, Circleville, Utah Butch Cassidy, Wyoming prison mugshot Telluride location of first Cassidy holdup, bank building was actually the white building to the right Montpelier, Idaho, site of Cassidy holdup Sundance and Etta, shortly before they left for Argentina In 1969, the 20th Century Fox film, “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid,” established these two outlaws as popular culture icons. But what was the truth about the lives, crimes and deaths of these two American legends? Discover the true story of Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, beyond Hollywood’s portrayal. This episode uncovers the real-life adventures of these infamous outlaws, from their humble beginnings to their daring train robberies. Learn how Robert Leroy Parker became the legendary Butch Cassidy, his friendship with the Sundance Kid, and the formation of the Wild Bunch. Explore the Old West’s most notorious gang, their hideouts, and the relentless pursuit by lawmen and Pinkerton agents. Unravel the mysteries surrounding their fate and separate fact from fiction in this thrilling historical journey. Perfect for history buffs, true crime enthusiasts, and anyone fascinated by the legends of the American frontier.

  Butch and Sundance’s Argentine cabin today. Posse containing Joe Lefors The house used in the film “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid,” in which Katherine Ross lives and Paul Newman rides a bicycle during the song “Raindrops Keep Falling ON My Head.” Entrance to the Hole In the Wall near Kaycee, Wyoming Location near Durango, Colorado where Newman and Redford jump into the river to escape the Lefors posse Historical marker denoting the site of Fort Worth’s Hell’s Half Acre. In 1969, the 20th Century Fox film, “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid,” established these two outlaws as popular culture icons. But what was the truth about the lives, crimes and deaths of these two American legends? Discover the true story of Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, beyond Hollywood’s portrayal. This episode uncovers the real-life adventures of these infamous outlaws, from their humble beginnings to their daring train robberies. Learn how Robert Leroy Parker became the legendary Butch Cassidy, his friendship with the Sundance Kid, and the formation of the Wild Bunch. Explore the Old West’s most notorious gang, their hideouts, and the relentless pursuit by lawmen and Pinkerton agents. Unravel the mysteries surrounding their fate and separate fact from fiction in this thrilling historical journey. Perfect for history buffs, true crime enthusiasts, and anyone fascinated by the legends of the American frontier.

  Norsk Hydro Plant, Vemork Leif Trondstadt Heavy water produced at Telemark British glider on tow rope Reichskomisar Joseph Terboven General Nicholas Van Falkenhirst SS Officer Frederich Fehlis Shortly after the conquest of Norway by Nazi Germany, Allied intelligence determined that an electrical plant at Rjukan, Norway was providing a crucial element in a potential German atomic bomb. As a result, Norwegian commandos embarked on one of the most successful and heroic operations of World War II. Discover the untold story of the Norwegian heroes who sabotaged Hitler’s atomic weapons program. This episode delves into the daring Operation Freshman and the subsequent Operation Gunnerside, revealing how a small group of resistance fighters and Allied commandos risked everything to destroy the Nazi heavy water production facility at Vemork. Learn about Leif Tronstadt, the brilliant chemist-turned-spy, and the brave men who skied across treacherous terrain to change the course of World War II. Uncover the high-stakes world of wartime espionage, cutting-edge science, and unsung heroism in this gripping tale of courage against overwhelming odds.

  Leif Transtad with King Haakon VII, 1944 Lake Tinnsjo, sight of the SF Hydro sinking The ferry SF Hydro King Haakon VII congratulating Telemark commandos. Shortly after the conquest of Norway by Nazi Germany, Allied intelligence determined that an electrical plant at Rjukan, Norway was providing a crucial element in a potential German atomic bomb. As a result, Norwegian commandos embarked on one of the most successful and heroic operations of World War II. Discover the untold story of the Norwegian heroes who sabotaged Hitler’s atomic weapons program. This episode delves into the daring Operation Freshman and the subsequent Operation Gunnerside, revealing how a small group of resistance fighters and Allied commandos risked everything to destroy the Nazi heavy water production facility at Vemork. Learn about Leif Tronstadt, the brilliant chemist-turned-spy, and the brave men who skied across treacherous terrain to change the course of World War II. Uncover the high-stakes world of wartime espionage, cutting-edge science, and unsung heroism in this gripping tale of courage against overwhelming odds.  

Discover the fascinating life of Isabella Stewart Gardner, a trailblazing art collector and socialite who left an indelible mark on Boston’s cultural landscape. This episode delves into Gardner’s journey from New York socialite to renowned art patron, her creation of the iconic Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, and the shocking 1990 heist that rocked the art world. Learn how Gardner’s unconventional personality and passion for art shaped her legacy, and uncover the mysteries surrounding the largest unsolved art theft in history. Perfect for history buffs, art enthusiasts, and anyone intrigued by untold stories of influential figures. Don’t miss this captivating tale of wealth, culture, and intrigue in early 20th century America.  Isabella Stewart Gardner John Lowell (Jack) Gardner Jr. Bernard Berenson in his Italian villa. Botticelli, The Tragedy of Lucretia Rembrandt, Storm on the Sea of Galilee Rembrandt, Self-Portrait, damaged, not stolen. Titian, Rape of Europa Vermeer, the Music Lesson Manet, Chez Tortoni Rembrandt, A Man and Woman in Black Flinck, Landscape with Obelisk John Singer Sargent, Isabella Stewart Gardner Gardner Museum, Central Courtyard

Discover the fascinating life of Isabella Stewart Gardner, a trailblazing art collector and socialite who left an indelible mark on Boston’s cultural landscape. This episode delves into Gardner’s journey from New York socialite to renowned art patron, her creation of the iconic Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, and the shocking 1990 heist that rocked the art world. Learn how Gardner’s unconventional personality and passion for art shaped her legacy, and uncover the mysteries surrounding the largest unsolved art theft in history. Perfect for history buffs, art enthusiasts, and anyone intrigued by untold stories of influential figures. Don’t miss this captivating tale of wealth, culture, and intrigue in early 20th century America. Like, subscribe, and explore more episodes of bite-sized biographies that bring forgotten legends to life. Gardner Museum security guard, Rick Abath Myles Connor, later in life. William Youngworth III, Late 90’s. Robert “Bobby” Donati, as a young man Isabella Stewart Gardner, 1907 Gardner Museum, 1920 Robert Gentile Ryan McGuigan One of the three searches of Robert Gentile’s property Recent photo of the original Gardner building Recent photo of Gardner 2012 addition. Isabella Stewart Gardner, 1922, by John Singer Sargent Gardner Family Mausoleum, Mt. Auburn Cemetery, Cambridge, MA

IN 1911, an American explorer, Hiram Bingham, re-discovered the Incan ruins at Machu Picchu, helping to popularize this site, which today is one of the seven modern wonders of the world. Hiram Bingham, at Harvard, with wife Alfreda Church built on the former site of the Coricancha, Cuzco, Peru Francisco Pizarro Capture of Atahualpa by Pizarro at Cajamarca Execution of Atahualpa by Pizarro, Cajamarca Sacsayhuaman fortress ruins, Cuzco

IN 1911, an American explorer, Hiram Bingham, re-discovered the Incan ruins at Machu Picchu, helping to popularize this site, which today is one of the seven modern wonders of the world. Hiram Bingham, 1912 Machu Pichu, Hayna Picchu in the background Machu Picchu, photographed by Hiram Bingham Hiram Bingham, Air Corps during WWI Bingham, US Senator Bingham with other members of President’s Coolidge’s committee on Aviation . Hiram Bingham Grave, Arlington National Cemetery

The triumph, tragedy and bizarre secrets of one of the 20th century’s most prominent figures. Charles with his father. Lindbergh as Air Cadet Anne Morrow, as a young girl Lindbergh, with The Spirit of St. Louis The Spirit of St. Louis at the Smithsonian Lindbergh and his plane, mobbed at Croyden, England, 1927 Anne Morrow Lindbergh The former Lindbergh Estate in Hopewell, New Jersey, now a state facility for juvenile youth Charles A. Lindbergh, Jr. The Lindbergh baby, cover of Time. Wanted poster, after the child’s kidnapping With Goering in Germany, 1936

The triumph, tragedy and bizarre secrets of one of the 20th century’s most prominent figures. Bruno Richard Hauptmann John Condon on the witness stand Lindbergh on the witness stand. Gasoline can which contained ransom cash, found in Hauptmann’s garage Norman Schwarzkopf, Sr., New Jersey State Police, father of subsequent Desert Storm commander. Lindbergh in the Pacific, 1944 Charles and Anne Lindbergh, with JFK Lindbergh, later in life, in the Philippines. Lindbergh grave, Kipahalu, Maui, Hawaii