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: At its peak, the group had between 650 and 2,500 members, including notable figures like the writer Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. The Suppression

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The was founded on May 1, 1776, by Adam Weishaupt , a professor of law at the University of Ingolstadt. : At its peak, the group had between

: Experts from BBC Future suggest the myth persists because it offers a simple explanation for complex global events, reflecting humanity's fascination with hidden power during times of uncertainty. : At its peak

: Influenced by the Freemasons, the order used a hierarchical system of degrees and internal discipline to ensure secrecy.