Shoot to Kill – How an Aussie Won the Worst 'Olympic' Event Ever Held

Donald Mackintosh was the world’s best shooter and in 1900 in Paris he won what is still the most shocking sporting event ever associated with the Olympic Games. Did he really win gold? Why is that the least controversial thing about his claim to fame?

Plus: the first Aussie History Pod Trivia Quiz episode is coming this Thursday test how much you know about the way were were!

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But Apple and Patreon supporters will hear a special edition episode of the Aussie History Pod Trivia Quiz that includes a bonus expert-level round.

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