Dancing Plague Origins
A harsh winter and devastating harvests in Strasbourg led to widespread suffering and unrest, particularly towards the church. By 1518, the community was gripped by a heatwave and a crisis of faith, as Frau Traffea's uncontrollable dancing sparked rumors of divine retribution rather than demonic possession. This belief in punishment for moral failings shaped the town's response to the bizarre phenomenon.In this clip
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