Salem Witch Trials: Hysteria & Accusations
Episode Date: August 19, 2024First of two episodes on the Salem Witch Trials. We begin the story as accusations are made throughout the town of Salem and a climate of fear is pal...
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114 episodes transcribedFirst of two episodes on the Salem Witch Trials. We begin the story as accusations are made throughout the town of Salem and a climate of fear is pal...
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