Heinrich Barth - Part 5 - The long road to Timbuktu

The Explorers Podcast by Matt Breen

Jun 16, 202637:08Society & Culture

After the death of his fellow scientist, Heinrich Barth - now alone - heads off on his most audacious journey yet - a 1,500 miles trek across war-torn Central Africa to the legendary city of Timbuktu. Sponsors: Quince. G...

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