
This solemn engraving at a Salem memorial lists the names of Sarah Osburn, Bridget Bishop, and Roger Toothaker, who tragically lost their lives during the infamous Salem witch trials of 1692. Sarah Osburn and Roger Toothaker died in jail, while Bridget Bishop became the first to be hanged for the alleged crime of witchcraft. Their names stand as a sobering reminder of the hysteria and injustice that marked this dark chapter in history, encouraging reflection and a commitment to justice and humanity.