London's Tiger King, Part Two: Charles Jamrach Becomes a Problematic Hero
London's Tiger King, Part Two: Charles Jamrach Becomes a Problematic Hero  
Podcast: Ridiculous History
Published On: Thu Dec 23 2021
Description: By 1857, London's exotic animal trade was in full swing. Animals arrived at the city from across the world (often not surviving the journey), and Charles Jamrach was one of the most prominent animal dealers on the planet. At the height of his fame, he gained public attention by saving a child from a tiger. One problem: it was Jamrach's fault the tiger was in London in the first place. Learn more about London's exotic animal trade in part two of this two-part episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.