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FtV - A Banned Beard in Massachusetts
FtV - A Banned Beard in Massachusetts
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27 minutes
Released:
Nov 6, 2023
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Podcast episode
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Welcome to New England Legends From the Vault – FtV Episode 31 – Jeff Belanger and Ray Auger head to Leominster, Massachusetts, in search of Joseph Palmer and Silas Lampson, two men who were persecuted and even jailed for wearing a beard in the 1830s. Though they were both devout Christians, they were attacked, mocked, and even accused of being in league with the devil, all for sporting facial hair. Though both men would live to see the times change, these non-conformists suffered due to the ugliest and most judgmental aspects to society! This episode first aired March 18, 2021. Listen ad-free plus get early access and bonus episodes at: https://www.patreon.com/NewEnglandLegends
Released:
Nov 6, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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