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When the Romans brought Egyptian cats to Europe, they didn’t just import great pest control—they also carried the lingering aura of magic and mystery that had surrounded felines for centuries. But while Egypt revered them as sacred creatures, Europe took a much darker approach. From witch trials to bizarre folk rituals (some downright horrifying), cats became entangled in superstition, persecution, and even medieval horror stories.

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