Overview: In 1692, a wave of fear swept through Salem, Massachusetts, igniting one of the darkest chapters in early American history. Sparked by strange behavior in young girls and fueled by religious extremism and superstition, the Salem Witch Trials led to over 200 accusations and 20 executions. Today, this period stands as a reminder of … Continue reading The Dark Legacy of the Salem Witch Trials: How Fear Turned Deadly in 1692