Tales of Terror in the Eerie Appalachias: WV State Penitentiary

Join Beth and Ramie on this episode of Horrific History & Hauntings as they delve into the dark history of the West Virginia State Penitentiary. Built in 1866 and rumored to be haunted by former prisoners, this imposing structure housed the state's most dangerous criminals for 129 years. Discover the prison's disturbing past, from its origins on a Native American burial ground to the overcrowded cells and violent conditions that led to riots. Uncover the chilling tales of executions, murders, and the lingering presence of restless spirits within the prison walls. If you dare to explore the paranormal and the macabre, this episode will send shivers down your spine.Support HH&H with a tip https://horrific-history.captivate.fm/supportFind all our social/content links here https://horrific-history.captivate.fm/linktree email us at [email protected] to share your thoughts with Beth? [email protected] from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/danijel-zambo/centuries-ago License code: G7NQNOSITE82HKQPThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

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