Presented by John Putnam

Speaker will be remote / Presentation will be recorded

Even with the benefit of hindsight, historians have pondered the causes of the events surrounding the Salem Witchcraft trials for over three hundred years. As a descendant of both the protagonists and antagonists, this historical incident continues to fascinate and amaze John Putnam, who continues to read widely on this
incident.

Besides the incredible historical story, it also becomes a genealogical story for him since his direct Putnam ancestors were involved in most aspects of the witchcraft hysteria in his ancestral hometown of Salem Village (now Danvers, Massachusetts). Because of its relatively small size, Salem Village faced a long period of
“healing” following these incidents. John will share many genealogical, historical, religious, social, economic, and political factors that led to and followed the horrific events in 1692.

The Genealogy Program Meeting is a partnership program between Carlsbad City Library and the North San Diego County Genealogical Society. This program features speakers with expertise on various issues relating to genealogy.

The program is held the fourth Tuesday of the month from January through November and is presented in person and virtually.

• Doors open at 9:30 a.m. for social time.
• Presentations, including question-and-answer sessions, are held from 10 – 11:30 a.m.