When you say the name 'Elizabeth Bathory', a few things probably spring to mind. After all, she's widely known as the Blood Countess, so you probably imagine a woman in a bath of blood.
But did she really do this? Is it fair to call her one of history's worst serial killers? Or are the legends the over-exaggerations of a family hungry to get their hands on the wealth of a powerful woman?
Let's find out in this week's episode of Fabulous Folklore!
CW: This episode does include descriptions of torture. It's not suitable for children and if you think you might find it upsetting, then feel free to give it a miss!
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