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What was the most devastating natural catastrophe of the early modern era?
The bubonic plague
When did the bubonic plague hit Europe?
1347
How much of Europe's population was destroyed by the bubonic plague?
One third to one half
Where did the bubonic plague originate?
Asia
How was the plague transmitted to Europe?
Flea-bearing black rats aboard commercial vessels
Test your knowledge on the devastating Black Death that swept through Europe in the 14th century. Learn about the origins, spread, and impact of this deadly bubonic plague that caused mass devastation and reshaped the course of history.
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