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Life in England and France in the 14th century was full of unrest and uncertainty. The late Middle Ages was a time of mass death caused by disease, war and famine. Life during this time was made less stable and prosperous due to many factors. First, England and France engaged in horrifying war. The Hundred Years' War was fought between England and France during the 14th century. The war, which was mainly a debate over …

…citizens saw war, famine, and disease. War inflicted untold misery on the land. The Bubonic Plague showed no mercy. Famine led to mass starvation and disease. Even structures that used to be stable, such as the Church, were under question. Economically, politically, socially, and religiously the populace was unclear as to the next action. Life was rough and short, with death inevitable. The lack of advances in agriculture and science made people even more vulnerable.