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EPISODE · May 1, 2023 · 44 MIN

Episode 86: Wojtek the Bear & "Unsinkable" Sam

from History For Weirdos · host Andrew & Stephanie

Join us on this episode of "History For Weirdos" as we dive into the extraordinary lives of two unlikely World War II heroes: Wojtek the Bear and "Unsinkable" Sam the cat. Discover how Wojtek, a Syrian brown bear, became a beloved member of the Polish army, carrying ammunition and boosting morale during WWII. Then, learn about "Unsinkable" Sam, a tenacious feline who survived three shipwrecks in World War II and became a symbol of resilience. Get ready for a wild ride through history, filled with fascinating tales that prove truth can be stranger than fiction! - Thank you for listening Weirdos! Show the podcast some love by rating, reviewing, subscribing and sharing it today. Your support means so much to us. Let's stay in touch 👇 Email: [email protected] IG: @historyforweirdos Website: historyforweirdos.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join us on this episode of "History For Weirdos" as we dive into the extraordinary lives of two unlikely World War II heroes: Wojtek the Bear and "Unsinkable" Sam the cat. Discover how Wojtek, a Syrian brown bear, became a beloved member of the Polish army, carrying ammunition and boosting morale during WWII. Then, learn about "Unsinkable" Sam, a tenacious feline who survived three shipwrecks in World War II and became a symbol of resilience. Get ready for a wild ride through history, filled with fascinating tales that prove truth can be stranger than fiction! - Thank you for listening Weirdos! Show the podcast some love by rating, reviewing, subscribing and sharing it today. Your support means so much to us. Let's stay in touch 👇 Email: [email protected] IG: @historyforweirdos Website: historyforweirdos.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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