Witches - Scapegoats


The first episode in a series investigating the truth behind witch accusations in Early Modern Europe, mainly concerning the South-West of Germany, which was where most cases were encountered. What was the reality behind accusations of witchcraft? Were the accused totally innocent? Who were the accused?

0:00 Introduction
2:44 Recognising a Witch
4:25 The Different Accusees
8:45 Social Status and Roles
11:43 Types of Spell Used

Superstitious Fear of "Witchcraft" ..