The '' Dark Ages" is a historical period traditionally referring to the Middle Ages that confirms that a demographic, cultural and economic decline occurred in Western Europe following the decline of the Roman Empire.
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Why is it called the Dark Ages?
Introduction to the Dark Ages
The term 'Dark Ages' was coined by an Italian scholar named Francesco Petrarch. ... The term thus evolved as a designation for the supposed lack of culture and advancement in Europe during the medieval period. The term generally has a negative connotation
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