A DANCE FEVER OF 1518

A Dance Fever of 1518

In the year during 1518, a most peculiar affliction struck the city throughout Strasbourg. Upon a blustery day, Frau Troffea, a woman lauded, was spotted dancing in the streets in a frenzy. Her vigor was unmatched, and she danced tirelessly for days. Rumors spread like wildfire as others started by a similar compulsion to dance. Hundreds across th

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