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John McCracken

Case from Pamplico, SC dated Jan 15, 1921

Victim Details

John Mack Black McCracken

Male

Pamplico

SC

1921-01-15

3

John

McCracken

07/27/2026

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In the winter of 1921, a grim tragedy befell the Bigham family plantation in the quiet community of Pamplico, South Carolina, forever marking the lives of those involved and leaving a dark chapter in the region's history. Among the victims of this horrific event was a young boy named John McCracken. The male child was one of two adopted sons of Mrs. Margie Bigham Black. On a cold day in January, the stillness of the plantation was shattered by an act of brutal violence that claimed the lives of ...
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    I've been reading more about the Bigham plantation case, and my heart really goes out to the family ... ...Read More
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