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The Late Antiquity (4th Century onwards): Following Constantine's legalization of Christianity,, Roman Christians began persecuting pagans, Jews, and other Christian sects labeled as heretical (e.g., Arianism) by the early 5th century. The Crusades (1096–1291): Initiated by the Papacy, these military campaigns against Muslims included the violent massacre of Jewish communities in Europe and the Holy Land. The Inquisition (12th–19th Century): Established by the Church to identify and suppress heresy, resulting in the torture and execution of thousands, including Cathars and Waldensians. The Reformation and Religious Wars (16th–17th Century): Protestant and Catholic conflicts caused widespread massacres, such as the St. Bartholomew's Day massacre, and internal conflicts like the German Peasants' War. Witch Hunts (Early Modern Period): In Europe and early America, around 50,000 people—mostly women—were executed for witchcraft. Colonialism (15th–19th Century): Conquistadors and settlers often used the spread of Christianity as a justification for the subjugation and violence against Indigenous populations. Regional Persecution: Other examples include the persecution of Huguenots in France and various sectarian violence https://video.twimg.com/amplify_video/2044426854606442496/vid/avc1/720x406/uwQ1q4kH5QqMEVxU.mp4