Cannibalism in the Old West: The Donner Party Story | Presented by Shelby

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In this hour-long deep dive, Shelby unpacks one of the darkest and most haunting survival stories in American history—the tragic tale of the Donner Party. This infamous journey westward in 1846 turned into a nightmare of desperation, betrayal, and cannibalism when a group of pioneers became trapped in the snowy Sierra Nevada mountains.

In this episode, we break down:

🌨️ Who were the Donner Party, and why did their journey go so horribly wrong?

🗺️ What deadly mistakes and decisions sealed their fate?

❄️ How did the pioneers brave the elements in one of the worst winters in recorded history?

🍽️ What really happened when the food ran out—and how true are the cannibalism accounts?

Whether you're a history buff or just love a dark and twisted story, this episode will make you rethink how far humans will go to survive. The Donner Party’s horrifying ordeal is one of the most chilling cautionary tales of the Old West.

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