Skeptoid #1047: The Pirates of Cozumel

Skeptoid by Brian Dunning

Jun 30, 202616:26Religion & Spirituality

Popular tales claim that pirates used the island of Cozumel as a base of operations. History tells us pretty much the exact opposite. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

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