"King of the Gun Runners" with author Jim Miller
About this episode
This episode explores the life of John Hart, a mariner whose actions contributed to America's rise as an international power.
Hear the untold story of a forgotten American, John Hart, whose adventures helped pave the way for the United States' emergence as an international power. For nearly three years, Hart became the most visible of a disparate group of mariners between New York and Key West who tormented Spanish authorities, riled the US government, and became heroes to an oppressed people fighting to be free. Donate | Signup | pcntv.com
People in this episode
Guest: Jim Miller
Topics covered
- American history
- maritime adventures
- Spanish authorities
- US government
- freedom fighters
Keywords
- John Hart
- Jim Miller
- mariners
- Spanish authorities
- US government
- freedom
- adventures
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: PCN - Pennsylvania Cable Network
Places: United States, New York, Key West, Spain
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