In Search of History: Salem Witch Trials
Synopsis
In the late 1600s, more than 150 men and women were accused of being witches. After the infamous Salem Witch Trials, 19 people were hanged for their alleged crimes, and one person was pressed to death under heavy stones. This History Channel documentary travels back to one of America's darkest times and reveals startling facts about who the real accusers were and what the community did to make restitution to the loved ones of the dead.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1998
Wide Cinema Exhibition
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- In Search of History: Salem Witch Trials
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- Unknown
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
George Stamer
Gary H. Grossman, Robb Weller
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George Stamer
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What is In Search of History: Salem Witch Trials about?
In the late 1600s, more than 150 men and women were accused of being witches. After the infamous Salem Witch Trials, 19 people were hanged for their alleged crimes, and one person was pressed to death under heavy stones. This History Channel documentary travels back to one of America's darkest times and reveals startling facts about who the real accusers were and what the community did to make restitution to the loved ones of the dead.
Who directed In Search of History: Salem Witch Trials?
In Search of History: Salem Witch Trials was directed by Not specified.
Who stars in In Search of History: Salem Witch Trials?
The principal cast of In Search of History: Salem Witch Trials includes David Ackroyd.
When was In Search of History: Salem Witch Trials released and how long is it?
In Search of History: Salem Witch Trials was released in 1998 with a total runtime of Unknown.