Episode description
News of the Times Short #100 | 1875
The Story of: Gunpowder Cart Through Town: Driving While Very Intoxicated
Imagine a ton of gunpowder, in a rickety cart, driven by a very drunk man, through wet and slippery roads in the middle of town.
What could go wrong?
Hosted by Robin Coles.
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