Following the success of explorers such as Marco Polo in the 13th century, the exchange of goods between East and West had increased until by the mid 14th century trade had become an important part of medieval society.
During the 14th century however, Bubonic Plague swept through Europe. The effects were devastating as the following passage shows:
This event became known as the Black Death.
What agents could have contributed to the Black Death and ultimately changed the face of Europe during the Middle Ages? Let’s find out!
