Historical Events
The Plague Arrives in England
Ship from Bordeaux carrying the plague, lands in Melcombe Regis (now Weymouth), Dorset. The beginning of the Terrible Pestilence (Black Death) in England.
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About May 8, 1348
Calendar: Julian
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 676 years, 2 months and 4 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Taurus
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