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The Pendle witch trials of 1612 are among the most famous witch trials in English history, and some of the best recorded of the 17th century |
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The twelve accused lived in the area around Pendle Hill in Lancashire, and were charged with the murders of ten people by the use of witchcraft |
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All but two were tried at Lancaster Assizes 17-19 August 1612 along with the Samlesbury witches and others, in what became known as the Lancashire witch trials |
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