Ep 2. New York: Secret Societies
- TVPG
- March 31, 2008
- 42 min
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7.4 (17)
In the second episode of season 2 of Cities of the Underworld, viewers are taken deep into the dark and often mysterious world of New York City's secret societies. Host Don Wildman delves into the city's rich history, uncovering secrets and hidden underground spaces where these societies met and operated.
From the Freemasons to the Illuminati, Wildman explores the hidden architecture and symbols of New York's secret societies. He takes us to the Masonic Hall, one of the largest buildings dedicated to Freemasonry in the world, where he explains the mysterious symbols and designs that cover its walls and ceilings. He also visits the home of the Order of the Owls, a secret society made up of some of the city's most powerful and influential men.
Throughout the episode, Wildman interviews historians and experts who shed light on the history and significance of these secret societies. We learn about the role they played in the city's development and how they were often associated with political power and corruption.
In addition to exploring the structures used by secret societies, Wildman also ventures into the tunnels that lie beneath the city's busy streets. He descends into an abandoned subway tunnel that was once used by the Freemasons to transport their goods and supplies quietly and undetected. He also visits the New York Federal Reserve's gold vault, a location that is rumored to have secret underground passages that lead to other important locations throughout the city.
Throughout the episode, Wildman provides context for the secretive and covert practices of these societies by highlighting some of the historic moments they might have been involved in, like the assassination of Abraham Lincoln and the construction of the first subway line in New York.
As always, the episode is full of dramatic moments, stunning visuals, and fascinating information. Cities of the Underworld continues to provide a window into the hidden history of some of the world's most fascinating cities, and season 2's second episode is no exception.
