European witch trials, occurring primarily between the 15th and 18th centuries, involved the accusation, trial, and punishment of individuals suspected of witchcraft, often leading to executions. While the specific numbers vary by historian, it's estimated that between 40,000 and 60,000 people were executed for witchcraft in Europe during this period. The majority of those accused were women, with the most frequent targets being single, widowed, or otherwise marginalized women. 



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