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Common Expressions: BLACK ASSIZE

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Black AssizeThe Black Assize was a plague that struck the town of Oxford in England in 1557. About 300 people are thought to have died as a result of the plague. Itr received its name because it was believed to have been caught from prisoners under trial at the Assize Court. (references)

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Specialty Expressions: BLACK ASSIZE

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Black AssizeLiteratureJuly 6th, 1577, when a putrid pestilence broke out at Oxford during the time of assize. Source: Brewer's Dictionary.

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