EP 9: The Black Plague
Hashtag History1 Okt 2019

EP 9: The Black Plague

This week on Hashtag History, we are breaking down the super infamous and super well-known Black Plague that struck Europe between 1347 and 1351 and resulted in the deaths of anywhere between 75 to 200 million people! Although everyone knows about the Black Plague, we are confident that you will learn a thing or two on this episode that you did not already know. Oh, and here's a fair warning: This episode is DISGUSTING! Be sure to hold your appetites and have a bucket nearby as we dive into this week's gruesome story!

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Citations for all sources can be located on our website at HashtagHistory-Pod.com.

THANKS FOR LISTENING!

- Rachel and Leah

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