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Illuminati and Freemasonry: A Historical Nexus
This chapter explores the intricate relationship between the Illuminati and Freemasonry, detailing Weishaupt's efforts to integrate Masonic ideals and recruit members during the late 1780s. It examines the Illuminati's initial successes, their strategic infiltrations, and the subsequent challenges they faced, including a significant decline due to external pressures and internal conflicts. The narrative connects their downfall to broader societal fears, particularly during the French Revolution, illustrating how conspiracy theories emerged from their controversial legacy.