Huguenot diaspora

The Huguenot diaspora refers to the forced migration of French Protestants, known as Huguenots, who faced severe persecution in predominantly Catholic France, especially after the revocation of the Edict of Nantes in 1685. To escape discrimination and violence, many fled France and settled in countries such as England, the Netherlands, Germany, South Africa, and North America. This migration significantly influenced the cultural, economic, and religious landscapes of their new homelands, contributing skills, trades, and ideas. The diaspora remains a key aspect of understanding religious intolerance and the global movement of people seeking religious freedom.