Salem Witch Trials (jan 1, 1692 – oct 29, 1693)
Description:
In the Salem Village of Massachusetts, women were accused of partaking in witchcraft – though this was false. Witch tests were pursued against women, which were impossible to pass; consequently, they were murdered or sacrificed.Undoubtedly, this negatively impacted women. They were slandered and defamed; their rights were limited. Fear struck every woman residing in this country.
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Date:
jan 1, 1692
oct 29, 1693
~ 1 years and 9 months