The Witch Hunts
lucy worsley investigates

What started Britain's century of bloody witch hunts? Lucy Worsley uncovers the story of one supposed witch, whose case lit the fuse for the state-sanctioned killing of thousands.

Duration: 56 minutes and 46 seconds

Episode Number: 104

About Lucy Worsley Investigates:

Lucy Worsley re-investigates some of the most dramatic chapters in British history.

She uncovers forgotten witnesses, re-examines old evidence and follows new clues.

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