Ann Foster, a relative of Richard Warren, came to Massachusetts from London on the ship "Abigail" in 1635. Her mother, Ann (Hooker) was a sister of Rev. Thomas Hooker, her father was Deacon George Alcock.Ann had 5 children: Andrew, Abraham, Sarah, Mary, who was also accused of witchcraft, and Hannah, who was murdered by her husband. He was later hanged for his crime.
Convicted and confessed to witchcraft, Ann was arrested and taken to Salem Prison, where she died at the age of 80 years. Above is a sketch of the witch trials at Salem Village.
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