Rinderpest's Historical Impact
The invasion of the Huns in 370 CE marked the beginning of rinderpest's devastating impact on Europe, leading to a 25% mortality rate among cattle. Over the following years, epidemics became cyclical, often triggered by drought conditions that weakened animal immunity. This disease not only caused significant livestock losses but also led to severe famine and even cannibalism in affected regions, particularly where pastoralism was crucial for survival.In this clip
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