Leisler's Rebellion: Power and the Gallows in Colonial New York
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In 1689 a German merchant named Jacob Leisler seized the fort in New York and ruled the colony for nearly two years after the Glorious Revolution. Jim Rand tells the story of the political struggle, the factions, the war, and the execution that followed. 🎙️ Check out other great shows! 🎙️ **The Odyssey: Short & Engaging Retellings** A modern, vivid retelling of Homer’s epic poem — one book at a time. Join us for warm, fireside-style storytelling that brings the adventures, trials, and…
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