Short – Stunt Pilot Percy Snell
In September 1920, Captain Percy Snell thrilled Brisbane by performing aviation stunts in a biplane right over the centre of the city. Forgotten today, this fearless flier was a man of many adventures, including heroics and possible crimes in the Great War. Back home, when not entertaining the future King of England, Percy was piloting a state premier on an aerial election campaign tour that ended in what may have been Australia’s first political assassination attempt.
It’s easy to get a free trial that will give you access to ad-free, early and bonus episodes. Hit either of these links…
The skinny
The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.