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London's Tiger King, Part Two: Charles Jamrach Becomes a Problematic Hero

London's Tiger King, Part Two: Charles Jamrach Becomes a Problematic Hero

Ridiculous History

December 23, 202131m 56s

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Show Notes

By 1857, London's exotic animal trade was in full swing. Animals arrived at the city from across the world (often not surviving the journey), and Charles Jamrach was one of the most prominent animal dealers on the planet. At the height of his fame, he gained public attention by saving a child from a tiger. One problem: it was Jamrach's fault the tiger was in London in the first place. Learn more about London's exotic animal trade in part two of this two-part episode.

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