The Dominicans, or the Order of Preachers, are a Catholic religious order founded in the early 13th century by St. Dominic de Guzmán. They played a crucial role in the spread of Christianity through education, preaching, and the establishment of missions, particularly during the colonial period in the Americas where they were key figures in evangelization efforts and influenced legal frameworks that shaped colonial society.
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