The Black Death
A plague riding on rats and fleas wipes out a third of Europe in four years. People paint dancing skeletons everywhere.
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Key Takeaways
- The Black Death was a grim reminder of life's fragility.
- It changed Europe socially and economically, paving the way for the Renaissance.
- The plague didn't discriminate; kings and peasants fell alike.
- Art and culture reflected the era's darkness with themes like the Dance of Death.
- Surviving the plague shifted power dynamics, leading to labor rights and economic shifts.
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What happened during The Black Death?
A plague riding on rats and fleas wipes out a third of Europe in four years. People paint dancing skeletons everywhere. This event took place 1347 CE. History Tea retells it as an immersive audio experience with cinematic narration so you can listen anywhere.
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The Black Death took place 1347 CE. A plague riding on rats and fleas wipes out a third of Europe in four years. People paint dancing skeletons everywhere. You can listen to the full retelling with immersive narration on the History Tea app.
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