The 17th Century Crisis: Crash Course European History

The video explores the 17th century crisis, focusing on the Little Ice Age, economic challenges like the price revolution, and the Thirty Years' War. It highlights the climate's impact on agriculture, the baffling inflation despite new wealth, and the devastating war that involved many European states. The war, initially religious, became more political, leading to immense human suffering. The Peace of Westphalia ended the war, marking a shift towards practical governance. Despite the turmoil, the period also saw the rise of modern scientific thought.

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