July 17, 180
Twelve inhabitants of Scillium (near Kasserine, modern-day Tunisia) in North Africa are executed for being Christians. This is the earliest record of Christianity in that part of the world.
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On July 17, in the year 180:
Twelve inhabitants of Scillium (near Kasserine, modern-day Tunisia) in North Africa are executed for being Christians. This is the earliest record of Christianity in that part of the world.
Tunisia, officially the Republic of Tunisia, is a country in the Maghreb region of North Africa.
Why July 17, 180 matters:
Twelve inhabitants of Scillium (near Kasserine, modern-day Tunisia) in North Africa are executed for being Christians. This is the earliest record of Christianity in that part of the world.
What began on this day left a lasting mark on history. The effects were felt immediately and continued to shape events, ideas, and lives long afterwards.
Historical context: July 17, 180
The ancient world built many of the foundations still visible today: writing systems, calendars, engineering methods, and enduring cultural traditions.
The event on this day: Twelve inhabitants of Scillium (near Kasserine, modern-day Tunisia) in North Africa are executed for being Christians. This is the earliest record of Christianity in that part of the world.
Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tunisia (Wikipedia, CC BY-SA)
Sources: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)
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