Belvoir Witch Trials Flashcards
What website is this witch trial documented in?
witchcraftandwitches.com
What is the name of this trial that is documented in this website?
Belvoir Witch Trials
Who was accused?
Joan, Margaret and Philippa Flower
Why was the accusation brought against them?
Margaret Flower had supposedly caused an illness in a noble family, killing Lord Ross
What 2 things was Margaret accused of?
Killing Lord Ross and stealing from the castle his family lived in
What was the outcome for Joan Flower?
In her trial, she said she was guilty if she choked on the bread and butter would be given, she died after the first bite.
What was the outcome for Margaret and Philippa Flower?
They confessed to stealing and were hanged
What years did this trial take place in?
1618 and 1619
What country did this trial take place in?
England
What did Joan Flower often proudly state in the town that she lived in?
That she was an atheist
Which of the four factors does this case come under?
Religion
Why does this case come under the factor of religion?
Because people would be more suspicious of Joan Flower and her family if she was an atheist
