The Dungarvon Whooper

This Canadian ghost story involves an alleged murder in the dense forests of New Brunswick in the 1820s. Ever since, the sounds of Whoops, Calls, and Screams can be heard from the vengeful ghost. The truth behind this campfire tale, though, is hard to discern, and may involve crazy hermits, a hit song, and a hurricane.

Read the 19th century article that influenced the legend here.

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