Climate and Catastrophe
Harsh winters and reduced agricultural output during the Little Ice Age led to significant hardships in Europe and North America. Malnutrition caused a decline in the average height of Europeans, while the crisis prompted many to seek new opportunities in the New World. The effects were felt by indigenous populations as well, with crop failures and increased mortality rates. Historical records from the Maya and Aztecs also indicate that they experienced decreased rainfall during this tumultuous period.In this clip
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