Collab with Low Ancestry

In this special collaboration between the Low Ancestry and Haunting History podcasts, Karyn Harding of Low Ancestry shares the compelling story of her third-great-granduncle, Edward Hargrave. Born in London's Shoreditch neighborhood, Edward emigrated to the United States and enlisted as a Union soldier during the Civil War. His service led to his capture by Confederate forces, resulting in imprisonment at both Libby Prison in Richmond, Virginia, and the notorious Andersonville Prison in Georgia. These prisons were infamous for their overcrowded and harsh conditions, with Andersonville alone accounting for nearly 13,000 Union soldier deaths due to disease, malnutrition, and exposure.

Cat  of Haunting History delves into the dark histories and reported hauntings of both Libby and Andersonville prisons. She explores the harrowing experiences of prisoners subjected to overcrowding, disease, and malnutrition, leading to high mortality rates. Cat shares the enduring legends and paranormal activities associated with these sites, where visitors and staff alike have reported unexplained phenomena, suggesting that the spirits of those who suffered may still linger. Can one of them be Karyn's ancestor?

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Below is a  list of resources  used during the research and telling of this story. (partial)

Episode Sources

1. Books:
   • Finstad, Suzanne. Natasha: The Biography of Natalie Wood. New York: Random House, 2001.
     • This biography is one of the most detailed accounts of Natalie Wood’s life. It includes in-depth interviews with her family, friends, and colleagues, and covers her complex relationship with her mother, Maria, her marriage to Robert Wagner, and her career highs and lows. This book provided background on Natalie’s family, her early life, and the pressures she faced, as well as details about her first and second marriages to Wagner.
   • Davern, Dennis and Rulli, Marti. Goodbye Natalie, Goodbye Splendour. Medallion Press, 2009.
     • Co-written by Dennis Davern, the captain aboard Splendour during Natalie’s last weekend, this book provides Davern’s account of the events surrounding her death, Wagner’s involvement, and his later testimonies. It was a primary source for understanding Davern’s relationship with the couple and details of the fateful Thanksgiving weekend.
2. Articles and Websites:
   • Vanity Fair: "Natalie Wood’s Fatal Voyage" by Sam Kashner, March 2012.
     • This in-depth article investigates Natalie Wood's life, the influence of her mother, her relationship with Wagner, and her final days. It provided insight into the challenges Natalie faced balancing family and career in the years before her death.
   • The Los Angeles Times: “After 30 Years, Natalie Wood’s Death Remains an Open Case” by Richard Winton, February 2018.
     • This article covers the 2011 reopening of Natalie Wood’s case, with statements from the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department and updates on Wagner’s status as a “person of interest.” It was useful for understanding the ongoing investigation and Wagner's relationship with the authorities.
   • Town & Country: “The Mystery Surrounding Natalie Wood’s Death” by Sam Dangremond, February 2018.
     • This article provides an overview of Natalie’s relationships with Wagner, her family dynamics, and new witness statements from people on Cat