Before we Begin The Spanish Reconquista The retaking of Spain by Christians The Christian forces forced the Muslims out of Spain
The Bubonic Plague The Black Death
The Black Death The Bubonic Plague killed 1/3 or 33% of the world’s population It spread to everyone: From king to serf It spread from Asia across Europe via trade routes Transported by flea infested rats Surviving serfs demanded higher wages from manors Since they don’t get them, serfs move to cities looking for better economic opportunities