The Thing About Witch Hunts The Connecticut Witch Trial Exoneration Project Marks Anniversary of Exoneration
Join us for a special episode marking the first anniversary of the groundbreaking legislation that cleared the names of Connecticut’s witch trial victims. On May 25, 2023, House Joint Resolution 34 was adopted, officially absolving the innocent victims of the colonial witch trials and offering a formal state apology to their descendants. In this episode, hear from the five advocates who founded the Connecticut Witch Trial Exoneration Project in 2022 as they reflect on their journey to legislative success, share their personal experiences, and discuss the profound impact of the 2023 resolution. We'll delve into their efforts to raise awareness, the plans for a state memorial, and how this historical victory resonates with the ongoing modern witch hunt crisis worldwide. Don't miss this insightful conversation about justice, remembrance, and the continued fight against wrongful persecution.
State Representative Jane Garibay
Mary-Louise Bingham’s YouTube video at Proctor's Ledge about Connecticut victims
Diana DiZoglio Senate Floor Speech Exoneration of Elizabeth Johnson, Jr. 05/26/22
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Youtube - Connecticut Witch Trials with Dr. Scott Culpepper
New London Connecticut Historical Society
Historical Sites with witch trial ties First Church in Windsor
Barnard Park also known as South Green
Hartford Ancient Burial Ground
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Should Connecticut Witch Trial Victims be Exonerated?
Connecticut Witch-Hunts and John Winthrop, Jr. with Dr. Scott Culpepper
Descendants of Connecticut Witch Trial Victims
Introducing The Last Night, a Connecticut Witch Trials Play
Between God and Satan with Beth Caruso and Katherine Hermes
Representative Jane Garibay on Connecticut Witch Trial Exoneration Legislation
Goody Bassett, Accused Witch of Stratford, Connecticut
Andy Verzosa on Museums, Mary Barnes, and Farmington, Connecticut
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Connecticut Witch Trial Victim Exoneration Testimony with William and Jennifer Schloat
Connecticut Witch Trials 101 Part 3: 1648-1661
Connecticut Witch Trials 101 Part 4: The Hartford Witch-Hunt of 1662-1665
Before Salem with Richard S. Ross III