Events tagged with "religious unrest"

Historical Events tagged with "religious unrest"

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Religion & Philosophy

Execution of Nine Protestants in Thorn

December 7th, 1724 300 years ago

Religious tensions in Thorn culminated in the execution of nine Protestant citizens and the local mayor by Polish authorities. This severe action followed increasing unrest between Catholic and Protestant communities. The mayor's execution highlighted the intense sectarian divisions and the lengths to which authorities would go to assert control. The event underscored the challenging dynamics of religious identity during a period of significant political and social upheaval in Poland.