Episode 3 of 4
Illness and Fairy Accusations
- When
- 13-15 March 1895
- Where
- Ballyvadlea
Bridget fell ill in March 1895. Family members, including her father and husband, accused her of being a fairy changeling, leading to home remedies and rituals.
On 13 March, a physician visited Bridget, followed by a priest for last rites. Over the next two days, relatives administered home remedies. Her father and husband accused her of being a fairy sent to replace Bridget, anticipating her demise.
Sources
- Murder of Bridget Cleary Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-05
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