The Salem witch trials of 1692 can be best described as one of the most infamous periods in American history. Over the span of one year it has been estimated that over 200 people were accused of witchcraft and about 20 individuals were executed. Although this episode appeared to be hysteria driven it was quite obvious that one group of people were more likely to be targeted and condemned. Those that were accused and found guilty there seemed all be members of the community who were not considered to be model citizens in a puritan society. This witch hunt started when a group of young girls appeared exhibit odd and inexplicable symptoms. Historians have stated that these symptoms may have been from a multitude of diseases, but during this
