George C. Parker: The Con Artist Who Sold the Brooklyn Bridge and His Enduring Legacy
Manage episode 467181991 series 3586645
George C. Parker was a notorious con artist who famously sold the Brooklyn Bridge over 3,000 times. His story highlights the audacity of deception, the gullibility of those seeking dreams, and the evolution of law enforcement against crime, ultimately teaching us to remain vigilant against such schemes today.
• Exploration of George C. Parker's life and criminal exploits
• Discussion of the Brooklyn Bridge and its significance
• Analysis of Parker's tactics in selling major landmarks
• Overview of Parker's imprisonment, escape, and eventual capture
• Reflection on Parker's legacy and its contemporary relevance
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Κεφάλαια
1. George C. Parker: The Con Artist Who Sold the Brooklyn Bridge and His Enduring Legacy (00:00:00)
2. Con Artist George C. Parker (00:00:41)
3. Selling New York Landmarks (00:09:51)
4. The Downfall of George C. Parker (00:19:18)
5. The Legacy of George C. Parker (00:25:05)
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