When the American Revolutionary War began, Deborah Sampson wondered what it would be like to fight in Washington's Army. She knew women were not allowed to be soldiers, but she wasn't one to play by the rules. Disguised as a man, she signed up to join America's fight for independence. For the next 17 months, she braved dangerous missions and narrowly escaped death. And she did it all under the fake name Robert Shurtliff.

This is the story of Deborah Sampson: the revolutionary soldier.

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This episode was written by Heidi Coburn, narrated by Randall Lawrence, and produced by Robot Pirate Media. Original theme music was written and recorded by Luke Messimer.

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In 1908 in the heart of Siberia, an explosion, roughly 1,000 times more powerful than an atomic bomb, hit a remote part of the Evenki homeland. And for decades, no one knew what caused it. Was it a rock from outer space, a secret weapon, or an alien spaceship? This is the story of the Tunguska Event.

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Honest History creates award-winning books, magazines, and this show for young historians across the world. Our mission is to inspire kids to create a positive impact on history themselves. Learn more at honesthistory.co and @honesthistory.

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This episode was written by Heidi Coburn, narrated by Randall Lawrence, and produced by Robot Pirate Media. Original theme music was written and recorded by Luke Messimer.

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This is a story about learning. It's also about courage, kindness, and persevering against unfairness. In the 1920s, a brave, young teacher named Inez Lung charted her own path. She would be the first Chinese woman to attend the University of Texas. And, during World War II, she would risk her life to stay with her students, even as bombs fell from the sky.

About Honest History

Honest History creates award-winning books, magazines, and this show for young historians across the world. Our mission is to inspire kids to create a positive impact on history themselves. Learn more at honesthistory.co and @honesthistory.

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This episode was written by Xuhua Zhan (Asian American Art & Culture Initiative), edited by Heidi Coburn, narrated by Randall Lawrence, and produced by Robot Pirate Media. Original theme music was written and recorded by Luke Messimer.

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