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Horrible Alligator Hunt in Okefinokee Swamp
A Georgia hunter recalls a 1853 expedition near the Florida line into the Okefinokee Swamp. Dutton and companions faced treacherous holes, and a sudden cry led to a scene where reptiles entwined around Dutton as he sank into a muddy pit.
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Mr. Crompton
Georgia
Florida Line
Okefinokee Swamp
Okefinokee
Florida
Warshy
Dutton
Hoota
Darkey
Okefmnokee Swamp