Agustina de Aragón: The Cannon Queen
This week, Ben and Pat light the fuse on the story of Agustina de Aragón, the unstoppable Spanish heroine who faced down Napoleon’s army with grit, guts, and a cannon. During the Siege of Zaragoza, when all seemed lost, Agustina stepped up, lit the fuse, and became a legend. In this episode, we unpack how this fearless woman turned the tide of battle and inspired a nation with her explosive courage. Get ready for the fiery tale of the “Artillery Queen” who proved that one person—and one well-aimed cannonball—can change history
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Show Notes
This week, Ben and Pat light the fuse on the story of Agustina de Aragón, the unstoppable Spanish heroine who faced down Napoleon’s army with grit, guts, and a cannon. During the Siege of Zaragoza, when all seemed lost, Agustina stepped up, lit the fuse, and became a legend. In this episode, we unpack how this fearless woman turned the tide of battle and inspired a nation with her explosive courage. Get ready for the fiery tale of the “Artillery Queen” who proved that one person—and one well-aimed cannonball—can change history
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