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In 1941, the small town of Whitworth was rocked by a heartbreaking tragedy involving a young lady who dedicated her time as a volunteer for the Salvation Army.

28-year-old MARGARET ELLEN KNIGHT was shot and killed by her ex-boyfriend, John Smith, a member of the Whitworth Home Guard.

This senseless act of violence stunned the community, as the young woman was known for her kindness and commitment to helping others.

As a member of the Home Guard, Smith’s betrayal of trust added to the shock and horror of the crime, making the tragedy all the more poignant for the Whitworth community.

But Margaret WASN’T the only person to lose their life that afternoon …

Special thank-you to Steve Fielding for the original crime photos that have been used in the making of this production.

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https://youtube.com/@thehangmansrecord2860
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Books-Steve-Fielding/s?rh=n266239p_27Steve+Fielding

Alan Hayhurst – More Lancashire Murders : https://www.amazon.co.uk/Lancashire-Murders-Sutton-Crime-History/dp/0752456458/

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Music in this video :

Dreams Become Real – Kevin MacLeod
Surface of the Moon – John Patitucci
No.2 Remembering Her – Esther Abrami
Allégro – Emmit Fenn
Whole Tone Limbo – Godmode