Season 6 | 7. Apocalypse Now
This is History: A Dynasty to Die For
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The Horrors of the Black Death: A Pandemic's Grasp
This chapter delves into the catastrophic outbreak of the Black Death in 1347, examining its profound impact on the population and the Plantagenet family. Through vivid accounts, it reveals how the plague, caused by Yersinia pestis, indiscriminately affected all social classes, including the royals, as they faced immense suffering and loss.
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