midfourteenth

The mid-fourteenth century refers to the period from 1330 to 1369 in the Gregorian calendar. This era is significant in European history, particularly in the context of the Black Death, which swept across the continent in the mid-1340s, causing widespread death and social upheaval. The plague had profound economic and demographic impacts, leading to labor shortages and increased wages for survivors. Politically, the century saw the rise of the Hundred Years' War between England and France, which began in 1337. The war had a significant impact on both countries, with England ultimately emerging victorious. The mid-fourteenth century also witnessed the rise of the Hundred Years' War, which began in 1337 and had a significant impact on both countries. The century also saw the rise of the Avignon Papacy, a period when the papacy was based in Avignon, France, rather than Rome. This period was marked by political intrigue and conflict between the popes and the French king. The mid-fourteenth century also saw the rise of the University of Paris, which became one of the most important centers of learning in Europe. The century was also marked by the rise of the Gothic style in architecture, which was characterized by its pointed arches and ribbed vaults. The mid-fourteenth century was a time of significant change and upheaval in Europe, with the Black Death, the Hundred Years' War, and the rise of the Gothic style all playing a role in shaping the continent's future.