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A court was formed, and the witch was symbolically brought before it to answer for her supposed crimes. After the mock trial concluded, the witch was pronounced guilty and sentenced to destruction by fire. #Victorian #history #witches #Halloween

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A cart appeared carrying the figure of a witch. Instead of being pulled by a horse, the cart was drawn by a performer dressed as an enormous demon. The demon dragged the cart around the blazing bonfire several times, displaying the condemned witch before the assembled crowd. #Victorian #history

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Hundreds of spectators gathered to witness the 1881 spectacle. Queen Victoria's youngest daughter, Princess Beatrice, was given the honor of lighting the enormous bonfire. #Victorian #history #witches #Halloween

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Queen Victoria had developed a great affection for Scotland and its traditions, and Halloween was among the celebrations she embraced. These traditions became elaborate events involving members of the royal family, estate workers, servants, and people from the community. #Victorian #history

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