While patriotism is a fine concept, during the American Civil War, the Union and the Confederacy had to offer recruits monetary bounties to enlist. But did you know that soon, a new group of con artists emerged who registered for the armed forces, took the bounties, and then disappeared, never to be seen or heard from again? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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26 Jun 2024