Stuff You Should Know Selects: The Manson Family Murders Part 1
Aug 31, 2024
Explore the chilling allure of Charles Manson and the infamous Manson Family Murders. Discover the dark events of that fateful night in 1969 and the psychological motives behind Manson's manipulative grip on his followers. Delve into how the counterculture of the '60s played a role and the eerie connections to The Beatles. Unravel the disturbing story behind the murder of Gary Hinman and the chaotic descent into violence that defined this tragic saga.
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Manson's Music Career
- A false rumor claims Charles Manson's music career motivated the murders.
- Manson actually was a frustrated musician.
The End of the 60s
- Manson's crimes ended the 60s counter-culture movement.
- The establishment used the Manson Family to discredit hippies.
The Tate Murders
- The murders began at 10050 Cielo Drive around midnight on August 9th.
- Tex Watson, Susan Atkins, and Patricia Krenwinkel entered after cutting the phone lines.