The Forgotten Trail Podcast

Episode-2 Mary Ellen Wilson Case – The First reported Child Abuse Case in U.S. History


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Episode Description: In this episode of The Forgotten Trail, we uncover the harrowing story of Mary Ellen Wilson, a little girl whose suffering in 19th-century New York City exposed a shocking lack of child protection laws. Her case sparked a movement, leading to the creation of the first child welfare laws in the U.S. Join host Damion as we explore Mary Ellen’s journey, the bold intervention that saved her, and the legacy that transformed child welfare forever.

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