Name: History of Witches
Duration: 153
Description: Get the real story behind witches, their hats and why they are said to ride on brooms.

Get the real story behind witches, their hats and why they are said to ride on brooms.

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<p>Halloween evolved from the ancient Celtic holiday of Samhain. Over the centuries, Halloween transitioned from a pagan ritual to a day of parties, costumes, jack-o-lanterns and trick-or-treating for kids and adults.</p>


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