jan 1, 1612 - The Pendle Witch Trials in 1612
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The Pendle Witch Trial centred upon the accusation that 12 so-called 'witches' from the rural Pendle Hill area of Lancashire were involved in the murders of 10 people. 11 went to trial, and of those, 10 were found guilty, and sentenced to execution by hanging.
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