Crime & Law

Urbain Grandier Executed for Sorcery in Loudun

Urbain Grandier was accused of sorcery by a group of nuns in Loudun, France, leading to a sensational trial that captivated the public's attention. After being convicted, he was sentenced to death. On the day of his execution, Grandier was burned alive in the town's square, with the event attended by a large crowd that included officials, townspeople, and other interested parties. His conviction was rooted in accusations of witchcraft and demonic possession, fueled by political and religious tensions in the region.

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