Black Death

Medieval Europe

The Black Death was a plague pandemic that occurred in Europe from 1346 to 1353. It was among the most fatal pandemics in human history, causing up to 50 million deaths. The disease was caused by the bacterium Yersinia pestis and was primarily spread by flea bites. It had population, economic, and cultural effects, and further plague outbreaks occurred during the Late Middle Ages.

Period: 1346 to 1353
Cause: Yersinia pestis
Estimated deaths: Up to 50 million people

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Article: Black Death (English Wikipedia)
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