Spring-Heeled Jack: The Victorian Demon That Terrorized London | Strange History Podcast

In the fog-filled streets of Victorian London, terrified witnesses reported encounters with a mysterious figure known as Spring-Heeled Jack. Described as a tall man with glowing eyes who could leap incredible distances, the strange figure appeared suddenly in dark alleyways before vanishing into the night. Some believed he was a supernatural demon stalking the city, while others suspected an elaborate prank carried out by wealthy thrill-seekers. In this episode of The Strange History Podcast, we explore the bizarre legend of Spring-Heeled Jack, one of the most famous urban legends of the 19th century. From frightened carriage drivers and panicked pedestrians to official investigations by London authorities, the sightings created a wave of fear across England and helped shape Victorian folklore. Was Spring-Heeled Jack a criminal in disguise, a mass hysteria fueled by newspapers, or something far stranger lurking in the gaslit fog of London?

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