the famous escapes — Season 1, Episode 10: Episode 10
Documentary • 55 min • 1 season, 13 episodes • ★ 7.0/10
Episode synopsis
In the 17th century, Colonel Georg Jenatsch, a native of Graubünden, liberated Valtellina from the Spaniards on behalf of the Duke of Rohan. Disguised as a peasant, he managed to break into a Spanish fortress to obtain information. But when he was recognized, he was imprisoned and had to be executed.
About the famous escapes
From Bonaparte to Casanova, history is cast in the light of famous escapes from various European countries.