jan 1, 1660 - Lieutenant Nathaniel Putnam, a lieutenant

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Nathaniel Putnam, a lieutenant in the local militia, lived in Salem Village.

Nathaniel accused Elizabeth Fosdick and Elizabeth Paine of afflicting the girls of Salem Village.

He also served as a witness against John Willard and Sarah Buckley.

In addition, Nathaniel testified that he was a part of a jury that viewed the body of Daniel Wilkins, whom John Willard was charged with afflicting, and believed him to be the victim of witchcraft.

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