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Rebel History

Rebel History

Written by: Andrew Veith
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Sex, murder, smuggling, treachery, double agents, and lots of booze! Shining light on the shadows of history and the rebels who dwell there. On the 100th anniversary of Prohibition, Rebel History explores the tale of Pacific Northwest rum runners. Discover the rebels who risked life and liberty to make their fortunes delivering booze to the thirsty American public.

Social Sciences True Crime World
Episodes
  • Trailer | The Rum Runners
    Dec 14 2020

    International criminal empires, gun battles, double agents, sex, treachery, and so much more. Brazen, audacious men risked it all to make their fortunes delivering Canadian booze down the West Coast of America.

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    4 mins
  • Episode 1 | Prosper
    Dec 14 2020

    Prosper Graignic, top captain for Seattle's rum running kingpin, plays a deadly game of cat & mouse with the U.S. Coastguard. Mother nature has a soft spot for fine barrel aged Canadian whiskey.

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    17 mins
  • Episode 2 | The Chief
    Dec 14 2020

    A small burgeoning settlement on the waters of the Puget Sound, Seattle takes shape as a rugged and remote paradise. With rapid growth comes danger and the city burns.

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    15 mins
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