Tituba was an enslaved woman of African descent who lived in colonial America during the early 18th century. She is best known for her role in the Salem witch trials of 1692, where she was one of the first individuals accused of witchcraft. Her confessions and stories about witchcraft fueled the hysteria that led to the trials. Tituba's testimony included tales of voodoo and spirits, which captivated the Puritan community. Her accusations against others contributed to the widespread panic, resulting in numerous arrests and executions. Ultimately, she became a symbol of the fear and injustice of the witch trials era.