Back in the 1920s it seemed that everyone sought adventure, and attempting to stowaway on ships was a popular trend. In today's mini episode, I'll tell you about a determined teenager who made it all the way to Antarctica by doing this.
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SOUND SOURCES
Al Jolson. “I’ll Say She Does.” www.pixabay.com/music.
Lucille Hegamin and The Dixie Daisies. “Cold Winter Blues.” www.pixabay.com/music.
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