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SYMHC Classics: The King’s Evil

Stuff You Missed in History Class

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The Royal Touch: Connecting Disease and Royalty

Exploring the historical connections between diseases and royal families, this chapter focuses on the concept of the 'Royal touch' and its association with the King's Evil. It discusses specific incidents where monarchs cured people through touch and the evolution of the practice to mass ceremonies.

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