Short Stuff: The Mad Trapper of Rat River

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Join us as we delve into the chilling story of the Mad Trapper of Rat River, a mysterious figure who evaded capture for 53 days across arctic wastelands. Discover the shocking truth behind his identity and the secrets he took to his grave. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...  Show more

Our 250th episode is all about the Mad Trapper Of Rat River. When Canadian authorities paid a visit to a remote log cabin, they didn't expect the man inside to shoot at them through door and then lead them on one of the longest and most grueling manhunts in history.

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On this episode of Our American Stories, our storyteller is James Swanson, the NYT Bestseller of Manhunt: The 12-Day Chase for Lincoln’s Killer Support the show ( https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)Support the show: https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donateSee omnystudio.co ...  Show more

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