An introduction to the Black Death
The Black Death of October 1347 to c1352 is one of the worst catastrophes in recorded history – a deadly plague that ravaged communities across Europe, changing forever their social and economic fabric. But how much do you know about the Black Death?
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Published: July 25, 2018 at 1:52 PM
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