Vol 4 Ep 99 - SUMMARY - The Medieval World, Part Four
About this episode
This episode explores the fourteenth century, highlighting the rise of new powers and the impact of events like the Black Death.
1200 - 1449 - Step into the fourteenth century, a world caught between collapse and rebirth. As the Mongol Empire fractures, new powers rise across Europe, Asia and Africa. From the birth of the Ming dynasty to the brilliance of Mali and the devastation of the Black Death, this episode explores a century that reshaped societies, ignited new dynasties and transformed the course of history.
People in this episode
Host: Chris Hasler
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Ming dynasty
Places: Mongol Empire, Mali
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