If we told you there was a man who fought through wars, survived the un-survivable, and married into two of the most esteemed wealthy families of the 18th century, you might think it was a particularly unrealistic movie plot. But it isn't - it's the life story of a very real person, who also happens to be one of the most notorious con men to ever run a racket.
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