1349

The year 1349 was a significant and challenging period in European history, marked by the devastating spread of the Black Death, a deadly pandemic that killed millions across the continent. This plague caused widespread social, economic, and cultural upheaval, leading to severe population declines and changes in societal structures. Additionally, 1349 saw various military conflicts, political shifts, and events that shaped medieval history. Overall, it was a year characterized by hardship and transformation due to one of the most catastrophic events in human history.