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The Black Death

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Essay describes the black death that killed one third of the European population in the 1400s and the aftermath it created.

The Black Death is one of the most lethal disease out breaks in history. The Black Death's widespread terror accounted for nearly one third of the deaths in Europe. The plague brought about a great depression that was felt throughout Europe. The Great Plague brought out the worst in people during these struggling times. There were severe shortages of labour created from the Black Death. Rioting spread throughout the Europe during these difficult times. The Great Mortality gave rise to the middle class. Positive aspects also came from the effects of the Black Death. This devastation was the end for many and a new beginning for others. The catastrophic effects of the Black Death brought down the Middle Ages and gave birth to the Renaissance.

The Black Death reeked havoc on fourteenth century Europe. It is.....

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