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#12NightmaresOfXmas “THE BROWN LADY” and 6 More True Paranormal Christmas Tales! #WeirdDarkness

2024/12/14
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Darren Marlar: 本集中讲述了多个发生在圣诞节期间的灵异事件，包括美国海军军舰星座号上水手和船长的鬼魂，他们经常在午夜前后出现，尤其是在圣诞节和新年之间；康伯米尔庄园第二代勋爵的鬼魂在他去世当天出现在他最喜欢的椅子上，这被照片记录了下来；雷纳姆大厅的“棕色女士”鬼魂多次被目击，并被拍下照片；安妮·博林的鬼魂据说在伦敦塔出没，曾导致一名哨兵昏迷；爱琳摩尔灯塔的三名看守神秘失踪，留下一个令人不安的日志和关于死人划船的目击报告；玛丽·塞莱斯特号帆船神秘失踪，船上人员全部消失，只留下船上的猫；帕拉丁号幽灵船在罗德岛海岸附近出现近300年，通常表现为地平线上的一道猩红色光芒，其故事与1738年一艘载有来自帕拉丁地区的德国移民的船只的悲惨遭遇有关。这些故事都来自Sylvia Schultz的书《圣诞节的精灵：节日的黑暗面》。

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What is the origin of the USS Constellation's ghost stories?

The USS Constellation, a 36-gun frigate launched in 1797, has a history of violent incidents that have led to numerous ghost sightings. One notable event involved a sailor named Neil Harvey, who deserted his post during a battle and was executed by Captain Thomas Truxton, leading to his ghost being frequently seen on the ship.

Why is Neil Harvey's ghost often mistaken for a costumed tour guide?

Neil Harvey's ghost has been seen so often on the USS Constellation that he has been mistaken for a costumed tour guide due to his frequent appearances.

What is the significance of the gunpowder smell in the USS Constellation's ghost sightings?

Witnesses often smell gunpowder just before seeing apparitions on the ship, particularly Captain Truxton's ghost, which is believed to announce his presence with the acrid scent of gunpowder.

How did Lord Combermere's ghost appear in a photograph?

A photograph taken in the library of Combermere Abbey on the day of Lord Combermere's funeral showed a translucent figure sitting in his favorite chair. The exposure was made at 2:00 p.m., the exact time of the funeral, leading to speculation that it was Lord Combermere's ghost.

What is the story behind the Brown Lady of Raynham Hall?

The Brown Lady of Raynham Hall is a ghost said to haunt the hall. She was described as a noble-looking woman in a brown satin dress with empty eye sockets. Her appearance has been documented in a famous photograph taken in 1936, showing her descending the grand staircase.

Why did the Eilean Mor Lighthouse keepers abandon their post?

The three lighthouse keepers at Eilean Mor disappeared under mysterious circumstances on December 15, 1900. Their fate remains unknown, but the logbook revealed they had been in a state of panic during a storm that never occurred, according to weather records.

What happened to the Mary Celeste and its crew?

The Mary Celeste was found adrift in the Atlantic in 1872 with no crew or passengers on board. The ship's cat was the only living creature found, and the fate of Captain Benjamin Spooner Briggs, his family, and the crew remains a mystery.

What is the Palatine Light, and why is it significant?

The Palatine Light is the ghostly apparition of a ship seen off the coast of Rhode Island. It is believed to be the ghost of the Princess Augusta, a ship that wrecked in 1738, carrying immigrants from the Palatine region of Germany. The ghost ship is seen between Christmas and New Year's Eve, often on the anniversary of the fire that consumed the ship.

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The USS Constellation, a historic ship, is said to be haunted by several spirits, including a sailor executed by his captain and other sailors who died violently on board. Ghostly apparitions, odd noises, and the smell of gunpowder are commonly reported. One ghost is even known to enjoy cards on the lower decks.
  • The ghost of a sailor, Neil Harvey, who was blown to pieces for desertion, is often seen.
  • The ship's spirits are most active around midnight.
  • A 19th-century captain's ghost was photographed.
  • The ghost of a night watchman, Carl Hansen, is believed to be happy to haunt the ship.

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