The Black Death in Britain

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Black Death

A devastating epidemic in the 14th century caused by the bubonic and pneumonic plagues.

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Bubonic Plague

Spread by flea bites from rats on ships during the Black Death, leading to high mortality rates.

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Pneumonic Plague

Spread through coughs and sneezes during the Black Death, contributing to the rapid transmission of the disease.

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Social Change

Resulted from the Black Death, including higher wages, decreased land costs, and the collapse of the feudal system in Britain.

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Ineffective Prevention

Due to a lack of knowledge about the Black Death, efforts to prevent and treat the disease were largely ineffective.

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