Imagine waking up in mid-July to a blizzard. Crops are failing, the sun is nowhere to be seen, and people worldwide are starving. Sounds like something out of a dystopian novel, right? Well, this happened.
In this special historical deep dive, Did You Know? Explores 1816 – The Year Without a Summer. We’ll uncover how a volcanic eruption on the other side turned global weather upside down, leading to freezing temperatures, food shortages, and even riots. We’ll also explore how this bizarre year shaped literature, science, and history, inspiring everything from Frankenstein to new advances in climate study.
Was it the end of the world or just a freak accident of nature? Join us as we uncover the truth behind one of the strangest years in history. 🎙️❄️ #DidYouKnow #YearWithoutASummer #HistoryPodcast