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When monks fought with crucifixes in the name of God

The church of the Holy Sepulchre, which is considered the place where Jesus' tomb is located. [Brigid Chemweno, Standard]

Reckless pursuit of glory by superpowers echoes through chapters of history, bringing memories of follies that have cost millions of lives. Some of these mistakes are executed in the name of God and democracy.

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