EPISODE · Sep 29, 2025 · 19 MIN
Silent Witnesses: Pocket Watches That Held Historic Secrets
In this episode, we explore the surprisingly dramatic history of the pocket watch. These intricate machines have been silent witnesses to historic moments, from a secret message hidden inside Abraham Lincoln's watch and the sunken submarine that changed naval warfare, to a deadly train wreck that revolutionized timekeeping, and a stolen watch that brought down a terrifying highway killer.SourcesBlue Ridge True Crime Sources & LinksExplore More ContentBlue Ridge True Crime SubstackBlue Ridge True Crime YouTube ChannelMy BookBlood on the Blue Ridge on Amazon (written with Scott Lunsford)
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