Black Dahlia

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Black Dahlia

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Elizabeth Short was found murdered in 1947 Los Angeles. Her death sparked a nationwide manhunt and media frenzy. Today, we discuss one of the most prolific murder victims in American history: the Black Dahlia. Sponsored by Candid (http://CandidCo.com/REDWEB + code REDWEB) and Raycon (http://BuyRaycon.com/REDWEB).

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