Published Jun 27, 2024
Gregor MacGregor and the Biggest Scam in History
Uncover the astonishing tale of Gregor MacGregor, a noble Scotsman who masterminded one of history's most brazen scams by inventing the fictional country of Poyer, deceiving investors and settlers, and evading justice to reclaim his life in Venezuela.

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