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Lore 266: What's in the Box

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New England's Dark Day

This chapter explores the mysterious New England Dark Day of May 19, 1780, when an inexplicable darkness led to public panic and the emergence of the Shakers, a religious sect. The event highlights how fear can be manipulated in crises, driving people towards spiritual movements in search of solace.

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