Hampton Roads Murder & Mayhem
| Author | : Nancy E. Sheppard |
| Publisher | : Arcadia Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 170 |
| Release | : 2018-10-08 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9781439665381 |
| ISBN-13 | : 1439665389 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (389 Downloads) |
Download or read book Hampton Roads Murder & Mayhem written by Nancy E. Sheppard and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2018-10-08 with total page 170 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hampton Roads is an iconic destination, but the "birthplace of America" has a nefarious past. Dive into the story of cannibalism in the Jamestown colony and learn the gory details of the tale of the Witch of Pungo. Blackbeard and his men wreaked havoc in Hampton Roads before Virginians brought them to justice. Explore rarely told stories of lynchings, riots and a hoax involving none other than famed aviator Charles Lindbergh. Join author and historian Nancy E. Sheppard as she explores some of the darkest moments in Hampton Roads' vibrant history.