The 17-year obsession to find Costa Rica's legendary pirate treasure
In short: Discover the gripping true story of August Gisler, a German engineer who spent nearly two decades searching the remote Cocos Island for a vast, hidden pirate fortune.
This documentary follows the relentless quest of August Gislar, a German engineer captivated by a pirate's diary in the late 19th century. The diary allegedly detailed the location of a massive treasure buried on Cocos Island, an isolated location off the Costa Rican coast.
Gisler's search lasted 17 years, during which he endured extreme natural obstacles and significant financial hardship. Despite his lifelong dedication to uncovering the riches, his mission remained unfulfilled.
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