Danvers, Massachusetts

Danvers is a town located in Essex County, Massachusetts. As of the 2000 census, the town had a total population of 25,212. The present day town of Danvers was formerly named Salem Village, and is close to the city of Salem, Massachusetts.

Related Topics:
Essex County, Massachusetts - 2000 - Salem, Massachusetts

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Most of the early victims and accusers of the 1692 Salem witch trials lived in the then Salem Village (now named Danvers). While early depositions and interviews took place in Salem Village starting in February 1692, the actual trials and a majority of depositions and interviews were moved to the then Salem Town (now named Salem) in May 1692.

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1692 - Salem witch trials

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