EPISODE · Mar 15, 2023 · 25 MIN
What are YOU looking at! - George "Fighting" Fitzgerald 1786
from Rogues Gallery Uncovered · host Simon Talbot
Be provoked beyond reason by 18th century Ireland's most quarrelsome and violent bully boy - George "Fighting" Fitzgerald. Its a short tempered tale of animal disguise, head trauma, gratuitous musketry and good old fashioned insanity.What did Fitzgerald do to his father - twice!?How did he stand when facing an armed opponent?Should you avoid him on a narrow street?Why should you not try and seduce his female travelling companion?All these questions will be answered in episode 33 of Rogues Gallery Uncovered - The podcast of Bad Behaviour in Period Costume. A duellist, rebel and one of the most controversial figures in Irish history, he lived a life of scandal and violence among the Irish gentry. When he wasn’t duelling he was starting feuds, gambling and arguably murdering. If you like historic true crime with a hint of weirdness, buckle up for this episode. Thanks for listening. Stay Roguish!Email: [email protected] Visit the website and become a 'Rogue with Benefits' Find me on X, Facebook, Instagram
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Be provoked beyond reason by 18th century Ireland's most quarrelsome and violent bully boy - George "Fighting" Fitzgerald. Its a short tempered tale of animal disguise, head trauma, gratuitous musketry and good old fashioned insanity. What did Fitzgerald do to his father - twice!?How did he stand when facing an armed opponent?Should you avoid him on a narrow street?Why should you not try and seduce his female travelling companion?All these questions will be answered in episode 33 ...
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