In relation to what Brian S stated, I agree that the term “Calamitous”, used by Barbara Tucker to describe The Late Middle Ages, completely describes the events that took place due to a domino effect that occurred. During the beginning of the 13th century, warmer climate allowed the economy in Europe to thrive. But, the climate altered to colder, wetter weather. This “Little Ice Age” caused a huge decrease in food production as storms destroyed crops on which animals and people in Europe depended on. Ultimately, the Great Famine resulted from the change, and generated millions of deaths. The cost of livestock, grain, and dairy products rose high, especially because of diseases that struck cattle sheep since their immune systems were affected
