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88: Henry Laurens

88: Henry Laurens

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On this episode, Cody and Steve discuss semipro wrestler Henry Laurens, the only American ever held in the Tower of London.


Sources

·        McDonough, Daniel J. Christopher Gadsen and Henry Laurens: The Parallel Lives of Two American Patriots. Sellinsgrove, Pa.: Susquehanna U. Press, 2000.

·        Neville, Gabriel. “The Tragedy of Henry Laurens.” Journal of the American Revolution. 1 Aug 2019. . Retrieved 8 Jun 2026.

·        Ruppert, Bob. “Henry Laurens’ 15 Months in the Tower.” Journal of the American Revolution. 23 Sep 2015. . Retrieved 8 Jun 2026.

·        Wallace, David Duncan. The Life of Henry Laurens. New York City, NY: G. P. Putnam & Sons, 1915.

·        See General Sources page on the website for a list of additional sources


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