Episode 121: English Ascent
The History of English Podcast
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This week, we look at the aftermath of the Black Death in England. Severe labor shortages caused an economic upheaval in the countryside. The peasants were able to command generous wages and a new middle class emerged. As we'll see, these developments gave the English language a boost. It culminated with a proclamation making English the official language of England.
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