How the Salem Witch Trials Relate to the Changes Occurring during the Late 17th Century in Colonial British America

Colonial America was bursting with changes throughout the late 17th century and into the early 18th century. A new time era known as "The Enlightenment" came about which brought many advances in medicine, science, botany, and education. Also, the "Great Awakening", a time of great religious revival flourished. A well known event, the Salem Witch Trials were known as an essential turning point in history. It showed how religion and government changed through history. British America became a more stable environment with mixed results due to these turning points.
<Tab/>"The Enlightenment" was a period known for many advances. …