Lore Lore 254: Remnants
May 20, 2024
Explore the haunting legacies of historical figures in York, Pennsylvania, and learn about mythical encounters with the veiled woman in black in Penn Common. Unveil the supernatural tales of the Clark Alley Imp and the Ninth Ward Phantasm in this captivating episode.
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Alphabet Roots Live On
- Ancient writing systems survive in modern alphabets through small visual changes over time.
- The Phoenician aleph evolved into the Greek alpha and then into our letter A today.
Legends Rooted In Real Atrocities
- Many enduring scary legends arise from genuinely horrific historical events.
- Aaron Mahnke argues that behind most legends is a past act that created real fear and trauma.
York's Early National Importance
- York served as the Continental Congress's seat in 1777–78 and hosted many leaders, shaping its historical significance.
- Its largely German immigrant population gave the town a distinct cultural character noted by John Adams.