Historical Events
Black Death
Ship from Bordeaux carrying the plague, lands in Melcombe Regis (now Weymouth), Dorset. The beginning of the Terrible Pestilence (Black Death) in England.
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About May 8, 1348
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 674 years, 8 months and 22 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Taurus