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Learning the Truth About George Washington's Teeth
In a podcast episode, the speaker expresses her shock upon discovering that George Washington's teeth were made from enslaved people's teeth. She highlights how this information was not taught in school and demonstrates how history about slavery often gets ignored or underrepresented.
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Cassie is taking us on a spooky adventure to Exmoor National Park in England to explore a haunted castle.
01:31 - 02:42 (01:11)
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Cassie is taking us on a spooky adventure to Exmoor National Park in England to explore a haunted castle. She shares her thoughts on the park's fascinating history and encourages listeners to visit with more knowledge about the area.
ChapterLearning the Truth About George Washington's Teeth
Episode103: A Haunted Castle and Afternoon Tea. Exmoor National Park.
PodcastNational Park After Dark
The myth that George Washington's teeth were made of wood is ingrained in American education, but it was actually dental work extracted from enslaved people that he had in his mouth.
02:42 - 05:05 (02:23)
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The myth that George Washington's teeth were made of wood is ingrained in American education, but it was actually dental work extracted from enslaved people that he had in his mouth. This is an example of how slavery has been underemphasized in American history.