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was designed to hold a fraction of that number. Roughly 2,500 prisoners, guards and civilians died inside Fort Delaware’s walls. According to DSGI’s president, paranormal activity is rampant at the fort. ”With no power on, and no one touching the meters, if the lights flash in a timely response to a question, something is making it happen,” Dunham says.
Dunham first got involved during DSGI’s inaugural monthlong event at the fort in 2009. Every October since, the group has conducted paranormal adventure tours for up to 140 guests, who are guided through the fort. Interpreters from the Delaware State Parks system provide historical context while seven to 12 DSGI members position themselves at locations with known manifestations. “October is just the month that doesn’t interfere with other events and fits the season,” says Dunham. “Ghosts don’t come out more at Halloween—or at night, for that matter. The fort is technically a living history museum, only open certain months of the year, so maintaining the historic integrity of the tours is crucial.” continued on page 50
Roughly 2,500 prisoners, guards and civilians died inside Fort Delaware’s
walls. According to DSGI’s president, paranormal activity is rampant at the fort.
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