Tragedy seemed to follow Mary Ann Cotton throughout her life in Victorian England. After the loss of multiple husbands and children due to “gastric fever”, authorities begin to suspect it’s more than just bad luck and coincidence. Loosen your corsets and join us this week while we discuss The Many Crimes of Mary Ann Cotton.
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