Anna Göldin, also known as Anna Göldi or Anna Gölden, was a Swiss domestic servant who became famous for being the last person executed in Europe for witchcraft. She was born in 1734 in Sennwald, Switzerland.
In 1765, Göldin was working as a maid for the Tinner family in Glarus, Switzerland. The Tinner family accused her of poisoning their daughter, which eventually led to her being charged with witchcraft. The trial was highly publicized and attracted widespread attention.
During the trial, the evidence against Göldin was based on circumstantial evidence and testimonies from witnesses who claimed to have seen her practicing witchcraft. Despite the lack of concrete evidence, she was found guilty and sentenced to death.
On June 13, 1782, Anna Göldin was publicly executed by beheading in Glarus. It was a significant event that marked the end of witch trials in Europe. Her case gained attention from intellectuals and sparked debates about the rationality of witchcraft trials.
Years later, Anna Göldin's case played a crucial role in changes to Swiss criminal law. In 2008, she was officially pardoned by the Swiss government, acknowledging that her trial and execution were wrongful and unjust.
Today, Anna Göldin is often remembered as a symbol of persecution and the irrationality of witch-hunting. Her story continues to be studied and shared as a reminder of the dangers of superstition and the importance of fair trials.
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