When most folks think of witchcraft in early America, thoughts of the infamous Salem Witch Trials tend to spring instantly to mind first and foremost. But there were many other regions throughout historic America known for having their fair share of witchy accounts, documented accusations, and even resulting trials. Credit: Wikimedia Commons Then there were … Continue reading Tales of Witches, Wizards, and Witchcraft Throughout the Mid-Atlantic
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The Story of Moll Dyer—Resident Witch of Leonardtown, Maryland
That overly sensationalized, albeit fictionalized, account about the Blair Witch in Burkittsville often steals the limelight when most folks think of Maryland as having had a resident witch from long ago. Yet, sifting through history, you will find a fair share of locally documented witch accounts rooted in more foundational credibility. Credit: Wikimedia Commons While … Continue reading The Story of Moll Dyer—Resident Witch of Leonardtown, Maryland