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A Tale of Love, Mutiny and Improbable Leadership on the High Seas
In 1856, Mary Ann Patten became the first woman to captain an American merchant vessel. She was only 19 years old. Historian Tilar Mazzeo’s book tells the remarkable story.
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A Tale of Love, Mutiny and Improbable Leadership on the High Seas is an episode from RadioWest. In 1856, Mary Ann Patten became the first woman to captain an American merchant vessel. She was only 19 years old. Historian Tilar Mazzeo’s book...
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Published Aug 6, 2026, 50:30 long, audio available.
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