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The Huntingdon witch trials
In 1646, nine people in Huntingdonshire were tried of witchcraft by the notorious witchfinder general Matthew Hopkins.
But why were they accused and how did their treatment lead to Hopkins’ downfall?
Nick Carter explains.
(Photo credit: John Beardsworth)
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