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1612: The Disturbing Witch Trial That Shook Britain | The Pendle Witch Child | Chronicle

This is the story of the most disturbing witch trial in British history and the key role played in it by one nine-year-old girl. Jennet Device, a beggar-girl from Pendle in Lancashire, was the star witness in the trial in 1612 of her own mother, her brother, her sister and many of her neighbours and, thanks to her chilling testimony, they were all hanged. Join Simon Artimage as he investigates the trial that sent shockwaves around medieval Britain. This is the real story behind the BBC's new hit comedy The Witchfinder. Welcome to Chronicle; your home for all things medieval history! With documentaries covering everything from the collapse of the Roman Empire to the beginnings of the Renaissance, from Hastings to Charlemagne, we'll be exploring everything the Middle Ages have to offer. Subscribe now so you don't miss out! This channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. To get in touch please email [email protected]. It's like Netflix for history... Sign up to History Hit to start watching now https://bit.ly/45CPh5u