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Was Giles Cory pressed to death because he wanted to hold onto his estate?

April 26, 2017cory death Estate giles hold pressed

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Was Giles Cory pressed to death because he wanted to hold onto his estate?

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No. Although convicted witches might have had their personal estates confiscated according to the law, their land could be inherited. Cory was most likely showing his complete distaste for the court and its legitimacy. When Cory was indicted, he refused to enter a plea to be tried.