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S18 Ep50: Haunted prisons, witch hunters and the devil's footprints: Hometown Legends 18 Part I (Sn. 18 Ep. 50)

Monsters Among Us

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The Dark Legacy of the Witchfinder General

This chapter examines the infamous Matthew Hopkins, who claimed the title of Witchfinder General in 17th century East Anglia. It highlights the devastating consequences of his witch hunts, which resulted in the execution of over 300 people, and explores the lingering ghostly legend associated with his legacy.

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