Ten Days in a Mad-House: The Nellie Bly Investigation
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Ten Days in a Mad-House: The Nellie Bly Investigation
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In 1887, journalist Nellie Bly faked insanity to go undercover inside a New York asylum. What she witnessed—neglect, cruelty, and systemic abuse—became one of the most powerful exposés of the 19th century. This week, we dive into her daring investigation and the real conditions behind the walls of Blackwell’s Island.
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Nellie Bly: Scourge of the Asylums and Globetrotter Extraordinaire - Historic Mysteries