The Grottos of Barigoule

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Set against the backdrop of a brutal massacre in 1545 France, the story revolves around a group of twenty-five women and children who seek refuge in a hidden grotto. Their desperate attempt to escape the royal and papal troops ultimately leads to betrayal and a tragic fate as the troops suffocate them by setting fire to the grotto's entrance. This historical event highlights themes of persecution, faith, and the harsh realities faced by those labeled as "heretics."