Allison Balfour
Scottish witch accused in witch trials
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Activists & Humanitarians
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Scotland
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Accused of witchcraft during the late 16th century in Scotland. Faced allegations after a local scandal involving the mysterious death of a Scottish nobleman. Balfour was implicated in using witchcraft to harm others, leading to her trial. Ultimately executed as part of the broader witch hunts sweeping through Scotland during this period, which targeted many individuals under suspicion of practicing sorcery.
Accused of witchcraft in 1594
Executed during Scottish witch trials
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