Episode 197 - The Devil's Footprints of 1855

Episode 197 - The Devil's Footprints of 1855

June 30, 2026 · 31 min · Season 1 · Episode 226

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The episode explores the mysterious hoof-like footprints that appeared in Devon, England in 1855, sparking rumors of the Devil's presence.

On the morning of February 9, 1855, residents across Devon, England awoke to a baffling sight. Strange hoof-like footprints stretched through fresh snow for miles, appearing in dozens of towns and villages. According to contemporary reports, the tracks crossed walls, rooftops, frozen rivers, and other obstacles, fueling rumors that the Devil himself had walked the countryside overnight. Nearly 200 years later, the Devil's Footprints remain one of history's most enduring unsolved mysteries. Ge...

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