114: Brother Jonathan
500 Open Tabs · Apr 22, 2026 · 1:02:54
500 Open Tabs · Apr 22, 2026 · 1:02:54
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This week we learn about Uncle Sam's predecessor Brother Jonathan, and how America's mascot for itself evolved between the Revolutionary and Civil Wars. A listener email explains the importance of a finely carved 2000 year old statue of the Buddha recently found in Egypt.
Episode Tabs:
Before America Got Uncle Sam, It Had to Endure Brother Jonathan
https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/brother-jonathan-uncle-sam
Listener Tabs:
Berenike Buddha
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Berenike_Buddha
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