394 - The Kidnapping of Shergar Do Go On

Thoroughbred racehorse, Shergar, was referred to as "a national hero in Ireland. ... one of the most recognizable sports personalities—horse or human—in Ireland." But then in 1983, in the middle of the night, he was taken. By whom and for what reason? Listen to find out!
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REFERENCES AND FURTHER READING:
https://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-21316921
https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-northern-ireland-44383969
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shergar
https://www.irishcentral.com/roots/history/shergar-irish-horse-kidnap


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