The sword linking Filipino pirates to Lord Nelson
About this episode
Archaeologist Adam Brumm discusses a rare fighting sword linked to South-East Asian pirates and its connection to Lord Horatio Nelson.
Archaeologist Adam Brumm pieces together the story of a rare artefact, a fighting sword likely used by South-East Asian pirates, which appeared in Brisbane perhaps via British naval hero Lord Horatio Nelson.
People in this episode
Guest: Adam Brumm
Topics covered
- archaeology
- pirates
- historical artefacts
- British naval history
- Filipino history
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: sword
Places: Brisbane, South-East Asia
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