Top 5 Deadliest Cults in History

Top 5 Deadliest Cults in History
Welcome to our documentary on the top 5 deadliest cults in history. Today, we will delve into the tragic events surrounding these cults that shook the world.

First on our list is the Jonestown Massacre, where over 900 members of the People's Temple died in a mass murder-suicide in 1978, led by cult leader Jim Jones.

Next, we have the Waco Siege, a 1993 confrontation between the Branch Davidians cult and law enforcement that resulted in a deadly fire, claiming the lives of many cult members.

The Heaven's Gate Mass Suicide is another chilling chapter, where 39 followers believed they were boarding a spaceship to a higher existence by taking their own lives in 1997.

The Manson Family Murders orchestrated by Charles Manson in the late 1960s shocked the world with its brutal killings, including actress Sharon Tate and several others.

Lastly, the Son of Sam Cult led by David Berkowitz in the 1970s terrorized New York City with a series of shootings, leaving a trail of fear and death in its wake.

These cults serve as a stark reminder of the dangers of manipulation, extremism, and the devastating consequences that can arise from following charismatic but dangerous leaders.