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In History / College | 2025-07-07

Cotton Mather prosecuted witches in the Salem Witch Trials, but he advocated strongly for the small pox inoculations in 1721.
True or False

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Answer (1)

Cotton Mather was involved in the prosecution of witches during the Salem Witch Trials and later advocated for smallpox vaccinations in 1721. This reflects both his participation in pressing societal issues and his evolution in thought towards public health. Therefore, the statement is true. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-07

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