The wave of Beatlemania that has captivated the nation has taken an unusual turn in Question Mark, Ohio. Here, the British rock ‘n’ roll band's popularity has stirred up historical anxieties dating back to the Seven Years War, particularly surrounding the legend of a detachment of British soldiers who mysteriously disappeared in the area.
Dr. Eric Jenkins, a local historian, explained, "The Beatles' music might seem innocuous, but to some, it's a reminder of our past conflicts with Britain. It's as if the spirits of those lost British soldiers are returning, not with muskets, but with jangly guitars."
Martha Ellington, president of the Question Mark Historical Society, shared her unease. "Our town has a deep history tied to the Seven Years War, and the sudden popularity of these British musicians feels unsettlingly familiar, like a modern echo of that old invasion," she said.
While the town enjoys the band's music, for some, Beatlemania has brought a touch of the past into the present, blending contemporary cultural phenomena with the enduring mysteries of Question Mark's history.