Aaron Mahnke's Cabinet of Curiosities Dumb Dee Dumb
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Jan 14, 2025 Explore the eerie tale of a shoemaker from 1591, who faced a disturbing afterlife due to his unconventional burial. The haunting narrative reveals how townsfolk were spurred into action against the supernatural unrest. Shift gears to wartime mishaps as the crew of the USS William D. Porter hilariously botches their mission, putting President Roosevelt at risk. Dive into the blend of history, the absurd, and the paranormal that keeps you hooked and intrigued!
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The Shoemaker of Breslau
- In 1591, a shoemaker in Breslau died by suicide, which his wife concealed.
- After his burial, sightings of him terrorizing townspeople began, leading to exhumation and a gruesome end.
Early Vampire Lore
- The shoemaker's story, with its fresh-looking corpse and haunting presence, didn't fit the traditional ghost label.
- This tale, and others like it, predate our modern vampire myths.
The USS William D. Porter's Mishaps
- The USS William D. Porter, escorting President Roosevelt, was plagued by mishaps, from harbor collisions to accidental depth charges.
- A climax involved firing a live torpedo towards Roosevelt's ship during a drill.