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Dec 2017
44m 42s

Pancho Villa

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A man of contradictions, Pancho Villa was a prominent military leader in the Mexican Revolution who lived his life as a criminal, a hero...and a Hollywood star. Join Carter and Vanessa as they explore the successes and failures that defined Villa’s life and legacy, which is still prominent today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adc ... Show More
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