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Salem witch trials podcast, episode 1: introduction
Join us for the first episode of our series on the Salem witch trials, one of the most fascinating moments in American history…
- Ellie Cawthorne
Published: October 31, 2021 at 12:17 PM
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In 1692, 19 members of a small New England community were hanged for witchcraft. Over the course of the year, young girls convulsed and barked like dogs, women confessed to flying on poles to satanic sabbaths, and villagers recounted seeing ghostly apparitions and translucent cats. How can we explain these seemingly inexplicable events? With the help of experts, we’ll delve into the historical factors that were at play in Salem to get to grips with one of the most fascinating moments in American history.
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Authors
Ellie CawthorneHead of content (audio)
Ellie Cawthorne is head of content (audio) at HistoryExtra
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