Historical Events tagged with "plague"
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Kitasato Shibasaburō Identifies Plague Agent
Kitasato Shibasaburō discovered the bacillus responsible for bubonic plague, known as Yersinia pestis, during an outbreak in Hong Kong. His findings were pivotal in understanding plague transmission and paved the way for later studies on infectious diseases. Upon isolating the bacterium, he published his results in The Lancet, sharing crucial knowledge with the scientific community and contributing to public health responses to the devastating disease.
Continue ReadingPublication of the First London Gazette
The London Gazette, the oldest surviving journal, was first published in 1665, serving as an official record of government and public affairs. Established under the authority of Sir Edward Nicholas, the Gazette provided news updates during a tumultuous time marked by the Great Plague and ongoing wars. Distributed weekly, it became a crucial means of communication for citizens, detailing proclamations, bills, and local events. With the ability to influence public opinion and ensure transparency, the London Gazette laid the groundwork for modern journalism and official reporting in Britain.
Continue ReadingMass Killing of Jews in Strasbourg
In Strasbourg, a violent outbreak erupted leading to the deaths of several hundred Jews who were burned alive by mobs. The remnants of the Jewish community were forcibly expelled from the city. This brutal incident stemmed from widespread anti-Jewish sentiment fueled by the Black Death, as Jews were wrongfully blamed for the plague that ravaged Europe.
Continue ReadingBasel's Jewish Population Rounded Up and Incinerated
In Basel, fear and superstition led to the mass rounding up and incineration of the Jewish population, whom many residents blamed for the Black Death ravaging Europe. Accusations of poisoning wells and spreading disease fueled this brutal act of violence against the community, who had lived in Basel for generations. The incident occurred amidst widespread hysteria and a desperate search for scapegoats amid the pandemic crisis.
Continue ReadingAvars Withdraw from Tomis Amidst Plague
The Avars, led by Bayan I, lifted their siege on the Byzantine stronghold of Tomis after facing a devastating outbreak of plague that decimated their Avaro-Slavic army. As their forces dwindled, Bayan I made the decision to retreat north of the Danube River, marking a significant turn in the conflict between the Avars and the Byzantine Empire. Tomis, located on the Black Sea coast, was a critical stronghold for the Byzantines.
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