Weird History episodes
True Story Behind 'Killers of the Flower Moon': Unveiling Historical Injustice
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Discover the real events that inspired David Grann's 2017 book and the 2023 film 'Killers of the Flower Moon,' directed by Martin Scorsese. This episode delves into the heinous crimes committed against the Osage Nation, highlighting the relationship between Mollie Burkhart and her husband, Ernest, amid a conspiracy of racial injustice, greed, and murder. Explore this dark chapter in US history marked by land, money, oil, and love, which brought devastation to the Osage Nation during the early 20th century.
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