Exploring the mystery of Kinkaid's cave in the Grand Canyon, with Egyptian and Asian artifacts, questionable excavations by the Smithsonian, and claims of a cover-up. Uncovering the ancient underground citadel with hieroglyphics and mummies, debunking technological superiority theories. Delving into the controversy, hoaxes of Joe Mulhatton, and questioning the authenticity of Kincaid's cave story.
The discovery of Kinkaid's cave sparked interest in Eastern origins and advanced civilizations.
Allegations of a Smithsonian cover-up raised doubts about the authenticity of the cave.
The tale of Kincaid's cave likely originated from the infamous hoaxer Joseph Mulhatton.
Deep dives
Discovery of Kincaid's Cave in Grand Canyon
In 1909, the Phoenix Gazette reported the discovery of Kincaid's cave in the Grand Canyon by explorer GE Kincaid. The cave contained Egyptian and Asian artifacts, sparking a scientific excavation by the Smithsonian Institution. This finding led to discussions about the implications for archaeology and mankind's history.
Smithsonian's Investigation and Findings
The Smithsonian Institution led an investigation into Kincaid's cave, revealing a massive underground citadel with hieroglyphic-engraved tablets. The presence of Egyptian-like artifacts suggested an Eastern origin for the inhabitants. The site's immense scale and advanced metallurgical artifacts hinted at a highly developed civilization.
Controversy and Cover-Up Allegations
David Hatcher Childress raised allegations of a cover-up by the Smithsonian, suggesting the suppression of evidence of trans-oceanic contact in pre-Columbian times. Despite claims of a vast underground complex housing over 50,000 people, the lack of historical records or artifacts casts doubt on the authenticity of the Kincaid's cave discovery.
The Notorious Hoaxer: Joseph Mulhatton
Joseph Mulhatton, a notorious hoaxer of the 1870s and 1880s, was known for fabricating elaborate and far-fetched tales that were often reported as news. Mulhatton, a traveling salesman, concocted stories purely for the thrill of deceiving the media, with no financial gain. He was widely recognized for his hoaxes and was dubbed with titles such as 'professional liar' and 'liar laureate of the world'. Despite his success in hoaxing, Mulhatton faced personal struggles, including alcoholism and legal troubles, which eventually led to a downfall in his later years.
The Kincaid's Cave Hoax
The story of Kincaid's cave, published in 1909, is believed to be a hoax possibly orchestrated by Joseph Mulhatton or someone similar to him. The tale of a supposed underground city in the Grand Canyon, discovered by GE Kincaid, raised skepticism due to lack of evidence and inconsistencies. The Phoenix Gazette's association of this story with Mulhatton's pen name 'Orange Blossom' hinted at a possible involvement of Mulhatton in perpetrating the hoax. Mulhatton's pattern of recycling hoaxes and reusing elements from earlier tales aligns with the structure of the Kincaid's cave narrative, further pointing to his potential role in creating the fantastical story.
In 1909, G.E. Kinkaid found a cave in the Grand Canyon containing Egyptian and Asian artifacts. Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli discuss the excavations that began at the time and then how the story vanished from the media. What is the truth of Kinkaid's cave and what did it really contain?
