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Vanished in the Fog: Eilean Mòr’s Silent Keepers

Vanished in the Fog: Eilean Mòr’s Silent Keepers

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Three lighthouse keepers. One remote island. No trace.

In this chilling episode of Down the Crooked Path, we journey to the windswept shores of Eilean Mòr in the Flannan Isles — a cluster of rocks off Scotland’s coast that became infamous after the inexplicable disappearance of three men in December 1900.

What happened to Thomas Marshall, James Ducat, and Donald McArthur? Were they victims of a storm… or something more sinister?

🕯️ You’ll hear:

  • The eerie final log entries left behind
  • The timeline of events from discovery to investigation
  • Speculation ranging from rogue waves to paranormal forces
  • Strange clues like a missing oilskin and an untouched meal
  • Folklore, theories, and unsettling poems that followed in the years after

This episode blends historical fact, maritime mystery, and supernatural whispers into a tale that continues to baffle experts and thrill seekers alike. Grab your lantern and walk the crooked path with us… but beware the fog.

🔍 Explicit content warning: This episode includes discussions of death and disappearance.

Follow the Path Further If this episode left you lingering in the shadows, there’s more to explore. Follow @downthecrookedpath on TikTok and Instagram for haunting visuals, behind-the-scenes lore, and updates on upcoming episodes. Every post is another breadcrumb deeper into the strange, the forgotten, and the beautifully unsettling. Stay curious… and keep walking.

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