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The Last Witchtrial


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Helen Duncan, a Scottish medium notorious for producing ectoplasm, also known as Hellish Nell, was the last Briton to be imprisoned under the 1735 Witchcraft Act.

Upon her verdict & sentance Duncan cried, "I have done nothing; is there a God?"

Geraldine Beskin will relate this fascinating tale of second world war paranoia & persecution.

When
Where

The Old King's Head
Kings Head Yard, 45-49 Borough High Street, London, SE1 1NA
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