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| Massacre of Catania | |
|---|---|
| Location | Roman Empire |
| Date | 340 AD |
| Target | Unknown religious group |
Attack type | Massacre |
| Deaths | 700 (heavily disputed) |
| Perpetrators | Roman Empire |
The Massacre of Catania is a highly disputed historical event that took place in the city of Catania in 340 AD. According to some historians, it was carried out by North African mercenaries acting under the commands of Emperor Constantine II and targeted an unknown group of religious minorities. Some historians estimate that 700 people were killed in the event. Others have criticized this theory, believing the event to be a mere rumor spread in the service of political rivalries.