George Burroughs
American pastor convicted of witchcraft / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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George Burroughs (c. 1650 ā August 19, 1692) was a non-ordained Puritan preacher who was the only minister executed for witchcraft during the course of the Salem witch trials. He is remembered especially for reciting the Lord's Prayer during his execution, something it was believed a witch could never do.
For those of a similar name, see George Burrows (disambiguation) and George Burrough.
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George Burroughs | |
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Born | c. 1650 |
Died | August 19, 1692 (aged 41ā42) |
Nationality | American |
Alma mater | Harvard College |
Occupation | Minister |
Criminal charge(s) | Witchcraft (rehabilitated), Conspiracy with the Devil (rehabilitated) |
Criminal penalty | Execution by hanging |
Criminal status | Vacated |
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