History of Rockport, Massachusetts
Rockport is a historic town in Massachusetts. Originally inhabited by Agawam Indians, it was later settled by Massachusetts Bay colonists in the late 17th century as a fishing village. The… Read more »
Where Are the Salem Witches Buried?
As convicted witches, the Salem Witch Trials victims were not allowed a Christian burial in consecrated ground. As a result, it is not known where they were buried. After each… Read more »
Why Weren’t Witches Burned at the Stake in Salem?
It is a common misconception that the people convicted of witchcraft during the Salem Witch Trials were burned at the stake. The convicted Salem witches were hanged by the neck… Read more »
Boston Tea Party: Primary Sources
The primary sources of the Boston Tea Party offer a firsthand account of this important historical event. These sources include newspaper articles, pamphlets, diaries and more. The following is a… Read more »
King Philip’s War: Primary Sources
The primary sources of King Philip’s War offer a firsthand account of the events of this complicated war between the English colonists and the Native Americans of New England in… Read more »