Named the most devastating year for all humanity on Earth

A study by Harvard University specialists revealed that the year 536 was one of the most difficult periods in human history. For a year and a half, much of Europe and Asia was shrouded in thick darkness, caused by a temperature drop of almost 2.5 degrees. The weakened sunlight led to serious consequences for nature and human life.

This year is recognized as the coldest in the last 2500 years. It was marked by natural disasters, famine, and disease outbreaks. Data on the spread of plague and food shortages in the eastern part of the Roman Empire confirm the scale of climate change.

Later, in 539, a powerful volcanic eruption occurred in Iceland. As a result, high levels of volcanic ash were recorded in the atmosphere in 540 and 547. Scientists note that these events were followed by devastating earthquakes, floods, and epidemics, further exacerbating the crisis.

Source: Rambler