How much damage did the black death do?

The Black Death is considered one of the most devastating pandemics in human history. It is estimated that the Black Death killed 75-200 million people across Eurasia, peaking in Europe in the mid-1300s. It's estimated that nearly one-third of Europe's population was killed within just seven years.

It is difficult to determine the exact number of deaths attributed to the Black Death due to a lack of accurate records from that time.

- In China, it is estimated that up to 50% of the population died.

- In India, the death toll may have reached 25 million people.

- In Western Asia and North Africa, the Black Death claimed around 40% of the population.

The demographic and social consequences of the Black Death were profound and long-lasting.

- Labor shortages caused by the pandemic led to increased wages for workers and improved the status of the peasantry.

- Famine and economic disruption followed due to the loss of agricultural workers, leading to social unrest and rebellion.

- Anti-Semitism was fueled by false accusations against Jewish communities for spreading the disease.

- Cultural changes occurred as a result of the mortality crisis, leading to a reassessment of religious beliefs, art, and literature.