Bridget Cleary - the last woman burned alive in Ireland

Irish History Podcast - A podcast by Fin Dwyer - Wednesdays

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In 1895 Bridget Cleary made international news after she was burned to death in South Tipperary. Rumours circulated she had been accused of being a witch. Could this be true? On the eve of the 20th century a woman was burned as a witch in Ireland. This podcast tells the full story and looks at the horrific murder of Bridget Cleary - the last person who was burned to death in Ireland. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy