Elizabeth Proctor was the wife of John Proctor, a farmer in Salem, Massachusetts, during the Salem witch trials. She was a respected member of the community, known for her kindness and generosity. However, in 1692, she was accused of witchcraft by Abigail Williams, a young girl who had been experiencing fits and hallucinations.
Elizabeth Proctor was brought to trial, where she faced a stacked deck. The court was presided over by biased judges who were determined to find her guilty. She was not allowed to defend herself, and the evidence against her was flimsy at best. Despite her pleas of innocence, she was found guilty and sentenced to death.
On July 19, 1692, Elizabeth Proctor was hanged along with several other innocent people. Her execution was a tragic miscarriage of justice, and it serves as a reminder of the dangers of mass hysteria and religious intolerance.