The Late Middle Ages refers to the time period in European history from the 14th to the 15th century, characterized by various social, economic, and political changes.
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Black Death: A devastating pandemic that struck Europe during the Late Middle Ages, causing widespread death and significant social and economic consequences.
Feudalism: A political and social system in which land is exchanged for military service between lords (nobles) and vassals (knights or lesser nobles), prevalent during the Late Middle Ages.
Crusades: Military campaigns launched by Christian powers in Europe to regain control of holy sites in Jerusalem from Muslim forces during the Late Middle Ages.