Execution by burning at the stake
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Pestecholera12

Title

Execution by burning at the stake

Caption

Execution by burning at the stake. Persons accused of spreading plague were dealt with summarily, and the slightest suspicion was enough for someone to be condemned by a frightened populace. From Sebastian Munster 'Cosmographia Universalis', Basle, 1552

Date

16th century

Credit line

Photo12/Ann Ronan Picture Library

Reference

ARP15A00_302

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