The Birth of a City: New Orleans, Part III

This episode of Southern Gothic is the third in the three-part series "Birth of a City: New Orleans," a story that chronicles the inception of a great American city and the legends that evolved with it. Part III: Madame Delphine LaLaurie On April 10, 1863 a fire broke out in the home of Creole socialite Madam Delphine LaLaurie; but as men rushed to save the lavish mansion, they had no idea of the horrors they would uncover inside.  Theme music for "Birth of a City: New Orleans" was written and performed by Grammy nominated singer-songwriter Adam Wright. Additional narration by Justin Drown of Obscura: A True Crime Podcast.   Visit SouthernGothicMedia.com for news, notes and access to special members-only episodes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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