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Rare factors triggered the Black Death

Volcanic eruptions in the mid-1340s led to the Black Death's arrival in Europe.
WHO: European populations
WHAT: Black Death outbreak
WHEN: Dec 6, 2025 at 7:00 PM ET
WHERE: Europe
WHY: Triggered by volcanic eruptions
Sources (1): Ars Technica

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