Health & People: The Great Plague ☠️ GCSE History Learning & Revision

In this episode, we’ll explore the Great Plague of 1665 and its devastating impact on London’s population. We’ll discuss common beliefs about the plague’s causes, including miasma and divine punishment, and the remedies people used, such as bloodletting and fleeing to the countryside. We’ll examine advancements since the Black Death, including improved sanitation, quarantine measures, and local government organisation. Finally, we’ll look at the protective suits worn by plague doctors and why the true cause of the plague remained a mystery at the time.Don't miss out on subscribing for more educational content tailored to help you succeed in your exams. Perfect for AQA, OCR, Edexcel, CIE and WJEC exam boards.⁠Click here to see all of our GCSE History content!