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Mutiny - Season 1 Episode 10
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Executions without trial or charges, the governor’s own council turns mutinous, and the governor is pinned down and forced to listen to complaints. This week's episode dives into the wild reign of Governor John Harvey in Virginia. From abusing his power to betraying the colonists in Virginia’s mini-war with Maryland, it's a rollercoaster of bad decisions and fierce resistance. Discover how Harvey's controversial actions led to a mini-war and his dramatic downfall. Full of betrayals, secret meetings, and a governor knocked out of power, it's a tale you won't want to miss. Tune in for the juicy details and a few laughs along the way on Why Wars Happened!
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00:00 Introduction to the American Revolution
00:21 Governor Harvey's Misrule in Virginia
03:01 Religious Tensions and the Maryland Conflict
06:53 Governor Harvey's Downfall
16:42 Harvey's Return and Reign of Revenge
19:56 The Final Removal of Governor Harvey
21:54 Conclusion and Teaser for Next Episode
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