#538 | Percy Fawcett | The Real Life Indiana Jones

 

In this episode, we'll explore the incredible story of Percy Fawcett, a daring British explorer who vanished in the Amazon rainforest while searching for the mythical city he called "Z."

 

Often compared to a real-life Indiana Jones, Fawcett's life was filled with adventure, mystery, and a relentless quest to prove the Amazon held secrets beyond our imagination.

 

• Percy Fawcett: Real-life Indiana Jones
• Fawcett's early life and aristocratic background
• His fascination with exploration and adventure
• His expeditions in the Amazon rainforest
• Fawcett's quest for the lost city "Z"
• Impact of World War I on Fawcett's views
• 1925 expedition disappearance with son and friend
• Various theories on Fawcett's mysterious fate
• Legacy and influence of Percy Fawcett's explorations
• The possible existence of advanced Amazon civilisations

Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/percy-fawcett

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