676 Years of Silence – Scientists Discover Physical Evidence of the Black Death in Germany

 

Archaeologists in Germany have uncovered a rare physical trace of the Black Death, the plague that devastated Europe in the 14th century. After 676 years, a burial site was found containing evidence of the epidemic, offering fresh insights into its spread and impact on medieval society. The discovery is considered a significant contribution to understanding the historical scope of the pandemic.

Sources: Agencies