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Jan 1, 1346
How was it caused?
A fleet of Genoese merchant ships that arrived to Sicily had on board the plague. -
Jan 1, 1346
Who did it affect?
This plague affected people that travel through the trade routes in Italy, Spain, Germany, -
Jan 2, 1350
What changes happened politically, economically, and socially due to this plague?
- Town populations fell.
- Trade declined. Prices rose.
- The serfs left the manor in search of better wages.
- Peasants revolted.
- Jews were blamed for introducing the plague to Europe.
- Church lost prestige since its prayers didn’t stop the plague.
