Rebecca Nurse

Massachusetts colonist, executed as a witch

Rebecca Nurse - Massachusetts colonist, executed as a witch
Born

February 21st, 1621
404 years ago

Died

1692
333 years ago — 71 years old

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

United States

Links & References

Born in 1621, a colonist in Massachusetts, played a significant role in the Salem witch trials. Accused of witchcraft, faced trial and was executed in 1692. The case highlighted the hysteria surrounding witchcraft during this period and contributed to the eventual decline of witch trials in colonial America.

Accused and executed during the Salem witch trials

Displayed moral integrity during the trials

Was a respected member of the community

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