The Black Death

Flashcards about the Black Death in Britain

Black Death

A deadly plague that spread across Europe; also known as the bubonic plague.

Francesco Petrarca

An Italian writer who described the widespread grief and devastation caused by the Black Death.

Robert of Avesbury

A writer at the Archbishop of Canterbury's court who documented the rapid spread and high mortality rate of the plague in England.

Ashwell, Hertfordshire

A location where medieval graffiti was found, reflecting the despair and survival during the Black Death.

Spread of the Black Death

Facilitated by close living conditions, lack of understanding about disease transmission, and unsanitary environments in towns and cities.

Impact on Labor

The Black Death resulted in a shortage of labor for agricultural work and other essential tasks.

Worldwide Death Toll

The plague killed around 75 million people worldwide.

European Death Toll

About 25 million people died in Europe, approximately half of the population.