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The Plague of Justinian

In Our Time

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The Devastation of the Plague of Justinian

This chapter examines the Plague of Justinian, outlining its symptoms and the paralyzing fear it instilled in 6th-century Constantinople. It highlights historical accounts, including those from Procopius, that depict the plague's catastrophic effects, claiming hundreds of thousands of lives. By connecting ancient accounts with modern scientific findings, the chapter emphasizes the profound impact of this epidemic on society and its legacy in understanding historical diseases.

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