Percy Fawcett | The Real Life Indiana Jones (English Learning for Curious Minds)

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In this episode of English Learning for Curious Minds, we'll explore the incredible story of Percy Fawcett, a daring British explorer who vanished in the Amazon rainforest while searching for the mythical city he called "Z."

Often compared to a real-life Indiana Jones, Fawcett's life was filled with adventure, mystery, and a relentless quest to prove the Amazon held secrets beyond our imagination.


Percy Fawcett: Real-life Indiana Jones

Fawcett's early life and aristocratic background

His fascination with exploration and adventure

His expeditions in the Amazon rainforest

Fawcett's quest for the lost city "Z"

Impact of World War I on Fawcett's views

1925 expedition disappearance with son and friend

Various theories on Fawcett's mysterious fate

Legacy and influence of Percy Fawcett's explorations

The possible existence of advanced Amazon civilisations


Full interactive transcript, subtitles, key vocabulary & study pack PDF available (for free) at: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/percy-fawcett
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