The Lost Girl – Paula Jean Welden
The College Student
Paula Jean Welden, an 18-year-old student at Bennington College, disappeared in 1946. She was last seen hiking on the Long Trail in Vermont. Paula’s disappearance led to one of the largest search efforts in the state’s history. Known for her adventurous spirit and academic ambitions, her sudden vanishing shocked the small college community.
An Endless Search
Despite intensive searches and widespread media coverage, no trace of Paula was ever found. Her disappearance remains unsolved, contributing to the legends surrounding the “Bennington Triangle” area. Various theories have been proposed, from accidental death to intentional disappearance, but none have provided definitive answers. The mystery of her fate continues to intrigue and baffle those who hear her story.
