On May 19th, 1780, something unthinkable happened. In the middle of the day, darkness fell over New England. Towns from Maine to Connecticut were plunged into a shadow so deep that candles were lit at noon, animals panicked, and people feared the end of the world. Some called it a sign from God, others whispered of strange celestial events—but no one could explain it.
In this episode of Weirder After Dark, we’re diving into the chilling mystery of New England’s Darkest Day—a moment in history when the sky betrayed its promise of light, and an entire region was left in fear and confusion. What caused the sun to vanish? And why does this eerie event still leave us with more questions than answers?
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