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RE: Who was the King of Laysan Island? 10 Amazing Facts from the Life of Max Schlemmer

in #history7 years ago

"Character" is right. Although it is true that his life sounds very interesting... and a little nuts. Here is what caught my attention:

"bird pirates"


How do you think they went over in prison?

"What are you in for?"

"Murder. How about you?"

"Bird pirate."

"Bwana haha hahahahahaha!"

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I was amazed to read that they were literally worth as much as gold at that time.