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RE: Who was the King of Laysan Island? 10 Amazing Facts from the Life of Max Schlemmer
"Character" is right. Although it is true that his life sounds very interesting... and a little nuts. Here is what caught my attention:
"bird pirates"
How do you think they went over in prison?
"What are you in for?"
"Murder. How about you?"
"Bird pirate."
"Bwana haha hahahahahaha!"
I was amazed to read that they were literally worth as much as gold at that time.