Forgotten Stories: Historical Crimes and the Unusual

#5 Waterbury Insane Asylum Scandal


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This week Elisabeth tells us about an 1896 scandal at the Vermont State Hospital for the Insane. Insane asylums were common during this time period and unfortunately the living conditions inside were horrific at times. This case includes specific accounts of abuse, neglect, and torture (listener discretion advised). A Missouri thunderstorm sets the background for this creepy story. Check out this forgotten tale and don't forget to rate and review!

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Forgotten Stories: Historical Crimes and the UnusualBy Cathryn and Elisabeth