Restless Times in History

Part 3: The Justinian Plague: Wild rodents, elegant silks, and a pale, pale sun


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The Justinian Plague of 542 CE ravaged the mighty city of Constantinople and had lasting consequences for the Eastern Roman Empire. 

Why did the plague pandemic erupt at this particular time in history?In this third episode, the possible meteorological, biological, and socio-cultural events which affected the progression of the plague are examined. 

 

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