Volcanic Winter Impact
A dramatic global event in 536 led to a volcanic winter that drastically reduced temperatures and sunlight, causing catastrophic famine worldwide. Evidence from tree rings and ice core samples reveals the severity of this event, suggesting multiple volcanic eruptions may have contributed to the climate crisis. The aftermath included the onset of the plague of Justinian, marking a tumultuous decade in history.In this clip
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