Sentence examples for execution of thousands of from inspiring English sources

He presided over the courts during a period when they ordered the execution of thousands of opposition members.

In 1988, Iran's inquisition came to a climax with the systematic execution of thousands of political prisoners.

In this position he became especially active against French partisans, promoting the torture and execution of thousands of prisoners.

Did the rape, enslavement and summary execution of thousands of people and the murder of hostages not give it away?

Stopping the execution of thousands of foreigners, she wrote, was, in some cases, worth the cost in dollars, troops, and strained alliances.

Reprieve says its research shows that millions of dollars of support to Iran can be directly linked to the arrest and execution of thousands of people, including children.

ARTS The ground-breaking show "Bernini: Sculpting in Clay," at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, was inspired by three scholars who studied models that served as steps to the execution of some of the 17th-century sculptor's most famous works.

Travelling as 'Mr Winter of Worcestershire', from 24 February 1601 he spent 13 days in Rome for the jubilee, and later that year and into 1602 travelled to Spain, to petition the Council on behalf of the Catholic rebels left leaderless by the execution of Robert Devereux, 2nd Earl of Essex.

With the King's consent, set a date for the execution (the 13th day of the month of Adar) by casting lots and built a gallows for Mordecai.

They currently have a stay of execution until the 5th of May when they're back in court.

Sinatra's masterful interpretation and flawless execution of some of America's most beloved songs earned his reputation as the most influential popular singer of the 20th century.