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Jan 1, 1347
Black Death
On this date, a ship of Genose merchant brought the Bubonic Plague on the back of black rats in the form of fleas and lice that carries a deadly bacteria. It took only four years to reach every corner of europe. It was called the black plague because of the black-purple spots that appeared on the skin of the victim. The plague affected everyone and it caused economic struggle and the raising of taxes. Trade was also affected negativitly and many lords and kings died as well as peasants. -
Jan 1, 1348
South Countries
The Plague is present in the Southern regions of Europe such as Constantinople, Rome, Milan, Paris, and Barcelona -
Jan 1, 1349
One Year Later
The plague advances farther into Europe, now covering the cities of Cologne and London. -
Jan 1, 1351
More Years to Come
The Black Plague is spread across most of Europe now, like the cities of Copenhagen and Kiev -
Jan 1, 1353
Completely Sick
All of Europe is consumed by the Bubonic Plague. Cities Moscow and Stockholm are included in the epidemic. The area surrounding Cracow remains unaffected. The worst of the plague seemed to finally be over after this.
