History in Detail on Instagram: "The mass suicide of Heaven’s Gate in March 1997 stands as one of the most chilling episodes in modern cult history, blending apocalyptic beliefs, UFO lore, and meticulous planning. Founded in 1974 by Marshall Applewhite (known as “Do”) and his partner Bonnie Nettles (“Ti”), the group evolved from a mix of Christian eschatology, New Age spirituality, and science fiction. They viewed human bodies as mere “containers” or “vehicles” for immortal souls, and they belie