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  • The Charter of the Massachusetts Bay Colony: Salem Witch Trials Daily for January 12, 2026

    The Charter of the Massachusetts Bay Colony: Salem Witch Trials Daily for January 12, 2026
    Jan 13 2026

    Today's episode of Salem Witch Trials Daily focuses on the charter which allowed the Colony of Massachusetts Bay to govern itself without too much intervention from the king of England. Why was this charter revoked? What had the colonists down to provoke the king's anger?

    Emerson W. Baker, A Storm of Witchcraft: The Salem Trials and the American Experience: https://bookshop.org/a/90227/9780190627805

    Bernard Rosenthal, ed., Records of the Salem Witch-Hunt: https://bookshop.org/a/90227/9781107689619

    Marilynne K. Roach, The Salem Witch Trials: A Day-by-Day Chronicle of a Community Under Siege: https://bookshop.org/a/90227/9781589791329

    Mary Beth Norton, In the Devil’s Snare: The Salem Witchcraft Crisis of 1692: https://bookshop.org/a/90227/9780375706905

    The Charter of Massachusetts Bay : 1629: https://avalon.law.yale.edu/17th_century/mass03.asp

    The Charter of Massachusetts Bay - 1691: https://avalon.law.yale.edu/17th_century/mass07.asp

    Massachusetts Body of Liberties

    Salem Witch Trials Daily Hub: https://aboutsalem.com/salem-witch-trials-daily/

    Week 1 Course Work: https://aboutsalem.com/salem-witch-trials-daily-course-week-1-setting-the-stage-for-salem/

    The Thing About Salem: https://aboutsalem.com

    The Thing About Witch Hunts: https://aboutwitchhunts.com

    People Accused of Witchcraft in 1692: http://www.17thc.us/primarysources/accused.php
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    7 mins
  • Economics and the Salem Witch Trials

    Economics and the Salem Witch Trials
    Jan 11 2026

    The Salem witch trials emerged from impacts of war, environmental catastrophe, economic collapse, and social instability. No one was safe: accusations targeted both the destitute and the wealthy caught in disputes. Economic crisis weaponized witchcraft accusations across all social classes, leaving a legacy of executions, shattered families, and survivors condemned to lifelong poverty.

    Emerson W. Baker, A Storm of Witchcraft: The Salem Trials and the American Experience:

    Bernard Rosenthal, ed., Records of the Salem Witch-Hunt

    Marilynne K. Roach, The Salem Witch Trials: A Day-by-Day Chronicle of a Community Under Siege:

    Mary Beth Norton, In the Devil’s Snare: The Salem Witchcraft Crisis of 1692

    Salem Witch Trials Daily Hub

    Week 1 Course Work

    The Thing About Salem

    The Thing About Witch Hunts

    People Accused of Witchcraft in 1692
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    6 mins
  • Where Can I Learn More About the Salem Witch Trials?

    Where Can I Learn More About the Salem Witch Trials?
    Jan 11 2026
    Salem Witch Trials Daily Course - How It Works | Day-by-Day History EducationDescription:Welcome to our YouTube channel! Discover a revolutionary way to learn about the Salem Witch Trials through our daily video series. This comprehensive course follows the actual 1692-1693 timeline, bringing you history as it happened day by day. In this informational episode, learn how our unique course structure works and see a sample daily lesson.Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily videos throughout 2026-2027 as we follow the historical timeline!What You'll Get on This Channel: ✅ Daily bite-sized video lessons (just a few minutes each) ✅ 75-week journey through the complete 1692-1693 timeline ✅ Watch on YouTube as we release them or binge full weeks ✅ Companion resources at AboutSalem.comBeyond YouTube: 📚 Weekly workbooks with activities and challenges 📝 Blog posts recapping each week's content 🎙️ The Thing About Salem podcast 🏆 Achievement badges to track your progressCourse Features: 📚 Researched from primary sources 📝 Fill-in-the-blank summaries and reflection questions ✍️ Citation practice and character journal prompts 📖 Vocabulary building and quote analysis 🎯 Four weekly challenges to grow your expertise ⏱️ Watch at your own pace as all YouTube videos remain availableThe Salem Witch Trials by the Numbers: • 156+ formal accusations • 30 convictions • 20 executions • Started January 1692 in Minister Samuel Parris's household • Legal proceedings: February 1692 - May 1693Perfect for:History students and educatorsHomeschoolers seeking structured curriculumHistory enthusiasts wanting deep knowledgeDescendants honoring family connectionsAnyone interested in colonial American history👍 Like this video if you're excited to learn about the Salem Witch Trials! 🔔 Subscribe and hit the notification bell so you don't miss daily uploads! 💬 Comment below: Are you planning to do the full course or just follow along casually?Get the Full Course Experience: Visit AboutSalem.com to download this week's workbook, read the blog, and access all resources.Course Hashtags: #SalemDailyStudent #SalemWeek2 #SalemDailyResearcher #SalemDailyGradKeywords:What happened during the Salem Witch TrialsHow to learn about Salem Witch TrialsSalem Witch Trials documentary YouTubeBest Salem Witch Trials course onlineWhat caused the Salem Witch Trials in 1692Salem Witch Trials history lessonsHow many people died in Salem Witch TrialsWhere did the Salem Witch Trials happenSalem Massachusetts witch trials explainedHow long did the Salem Witch Trials lastWho was accused in the Salem Witch TrialsSalem Witch Trials for studentsLearn American colonial historyHomeschool history curriculum SalemWhat to know about Salem Witch TrialsTraditional Keywords: Salem Witch Trials course, Salem Witch Trials history, 1692 witch trials, colonial America education, history course online, Salem Massachusetts history, witch trials documentary, American history lessons, homeschool history curriculum, Salem Village 1692, YouTube history channel, educational YouTubeConnect With Us: 🌐 Website: AboutSalem.com 🎙️ Podcast: The Thing About Salem 📱 Share your progress: #SalemDailyStudent ▶️ Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily history lessons!This nonprofit educational project brings you meticulously researched history accessible to all learners. Whether you're doing the full course with workbooks or just following the daily YouTube videos, you're part of a community exploring this pivotal moment in American history.New videos uploaded daily following the 1692 timeline!LinksSalem Witch Trials Daily Videos & CourseThe Thing About Salem Website⁠The Thing About Witch Hunts YouTube⁠The Thing About Witch Hunts WebsiteSign the Petition: MA Witch Hunt Justice Projectwww.massachusettswitchtrials.orgSupport the nonprofit End Witch Hunts Podcasts and Projects
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    13 mins
  • The Impact of Wars on the Salem Witch Trials

    The Impact of Wars on the Salem Witch Trials
    Jan 11 2026

    Colonial wars contributed to the rise and spread of the Salem Witch Trials. These conflicts added to a siege mentality felt by many colonists. On Salem Witch Trials Daily, we break down how the English Civil War, King Philip’s War, and King William’s War played roles in the witch hunt.


    Francis J. Bremer, Puritanism: A Very Short Introduction

    Emerson W. Baker, A Storm of Witchcraft: The Salem Trials and the American Experience

    Bernard Rosenthal, ed., Records of the Salem Witch-Hunt: https://bookshop.org/a/90227/9781107689619

    Marilynne K. Roach, The Salem Witch Trials: A Day-by-Day Chronicle of a Community Under Siege

    Mary Beth Norton, In the Devil’s Snare: The Salem Witchcraft Crisis of 1692

    Salem Witch Trials Daily Hub

    Week 1 Course Work

    The Thing About Salem

    The Thing About Witch Hunts

    People Accused of Witchcraft in 1692
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    5 mins
  • Witches and the Devil: Salem Witch Trials Daily

    Witches and the Devil: Salem Witch Trials Daily
    Jan 9 2026

    For the people of 17th century Massachusetts, the witch and the devil were intertwined through a diabolical covenant or pact. This mimicked the covenant signed by people joining churches and was a common feature in Salem Witch Trials documents. Right from the first question in the first courtroom procedure until the waning moments of the trials and beyond, the devil and this contract were key features of the witch-hunt and subsequent efforts at making amends. We discuss this contract and powers the devil gave to witches in today’s episode of Salem Witch Trials Daily.


    Emerson W. Baker, A Storm of Witchcraft: The Salem Trials and the American Experience

    Bernard Rosenthal, ed., Records of the Salem Witch-Hunt

    Marilynne K. Roach, The Salem Witch Trials: A Day-by-Day Chronicle of a Community Under Siege

    Mary Beth Norton, In the Devil’s Snare: The Salem Witchcraft Crisis of 1692

    Salem Witch Trials Daily Hub

    Week 1 Course Work

    The Thing About Salem

    The Thing About Witch Hunts

    People Accused of Witchcraft in 1692
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    6 mins
  • Witch-Hunt Myths: Salem Witch Trials Daily

    Witch-Hunt Myths: Salem Witch Trials Daily
    Jan 9 2026

    Over the past 334 years, many myths and misconceptions have been developed to explain the Salem Witch Trials.

    In this episode of Salem Witch Trials Daily, we look into these myths and answer questions like, were the people of Massachusetts hysterical? Were the witches of Salem old hags? Were there land grabs?

    Francis J. Bremer, Puritanism: A Very Short Introduction: https://bookshop.org/a/90227/9780195334555

    Emerson W. Baker, A Storm of Witchcraft: The Salem Trials and the American Experience: https://bookshop.org/a/90227/9780190627805

    Bernard Rosenthal, ed., Records of the Salem Witch-Hunt: https://bookshop.org/a/90227/9781107689619

    Marilynne K. Roach, The Salem Witch Trials: A Day-by-Day Chronicle of a Community Under Siege: https://bookshop.org/a/90227/9781589791329

    Mary Beth Norton, In the Devil’s Snare: The Salem Witchcraft Crisis of 1692: https://bookshop.org/a/90227/9780375706905

    Increase Mather, Cases of Conscience: https://quod.lib.umich.edu/e/eebo/A70086.0001.001/1:9.1?rgn=div2&view=fulltext

    Salem Witch Trials Daily Hub: https://aboutsalem.com/salem-witch-trials-daily/

    Week 1 Course Work: https://aboutsalem.com/salem-witch-trials-daily-course-week-1-setting-the-stage-for-salem/

    The Thing About Salem: https://aboutsalem.com

    The Thing About Witch Hunts: https://aboutwitchhunts.com

    People Accused of Witchcraft in 1692: http://www.17thc.us/primarysources/accused.php
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    9 mins
  • Religion in 17th Century Massachusetts: Salem Witch Trials Daily

    Religion in 17th Century Massachusetts: Salem Witch Trials Daily
    Jan 8 2026

    Hosts Josh Hutchinson and Sarah Jack examine religion in 17th century Massachusetts. What religions were practiced in Massachusetts? Was it only Puritanism? In this video, we talk about how Massachusetts refused to tolerate non-puritan faiths until forced by kings to allow people to worship as they pleased, as long as they were Protestant Christians.

    Francis J. Bremer, Puritanism: A Very Short Introduction: https://bookshop.org/a/90227/9780195334555

    Emerson W. Baker, A Storm of Witchcraft: The Salem Trials and the American Experience: https://bookshop.org/a/90227/9780190627805

    Bernard Rosenthal, ed., Records of the Salem Witch-Hunt: https://bookshop.org/a/90227/9781107689619

    Marilynne K. Roach, The Salem Witch Trials: A Day-by-Day Chronicle of a Community Under Siege: https://bookshop.org/a/90227/9781589791329

    Mary Beth Norton, In the Devil’s Snare: The Salem Witchcraft Crisis of 1692: https://bookshop.org/a/90227/9780375706905

    Increase Mather, Cases of Conscience: https://quod.lib.umich.edu/e/eebo/A70086.0001.001/1:9.1?rgn=div2&view=fulltext

    Salem Witch Trials Daily Hub: https://aboutsalem.com/salem-witch-trials-daily/

    Week 1 Course Work: https://aboutsalem.com/salem-witch-trials-daily-course-week-1-setting-the-stage-for-salem/

    The Thing About Salem: https://aboutsalem.com

    The Thing About Witch Hunts: https://aboutwitchhunts.com

    People Accused of Witchcraft in 1692: http://www.17thc.us/primarysources/accused.php
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    10 mins
  • The Controversy around Rev. Samuel Parris of Salem Village

    The Controversy around Rev. Samuel Parris of Salem Village
    Jan 6 2026

    Why was Salem Village minister Samuel Parris embroiled in controversy throughout his time there? In today’s episode of Salem Witch Trials Daily, we look into the reasons many people were angry at their pastor. We give his biography leading up to his time in Salem and discuss his tenure up to the start of the witch hunt. Why did he struggle to get villagers to join his church? Why did the villagers decide not to pay him?


    Emerson W. Baker, A Storm of Witchcraft: The Salem Trials and the American Experience

    Bernard Rosenthal, ed., Records of the Salem Witch-Hunt

    Marilynne K. Roach, The Salem Witch Trials: A Day-by-Day Chronicle of a Community Under Siege

    Mary Beth Norton, In the Devil’s Snare: The Salem Witchcraft Crisis of 1692

    Salem Village Record Book

    Salem Village Church Record Book (Samuel Parris’ tenure)

    Salem Witch Trials Daily Hub

    Week 1 Course Work

    The Thing About Salem

    The Thing About Witch Hunts

    People Accused of Witchcraft in 1692
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    9 mins
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