Cocoliztli Epidemic (jan 1, 1545 – apr 1, 1548)
Description:
The cocoliztli epidemic, or the great pestilence, is a term given to millions of deaths in the territory of New Spain in present-day Mexico in the 16th century attributed to one or more illnesses collectively called cocoliztli, a mysterious illness characterized by high fevers and bleeding. It ravaged the Mexican highlands in epidemic proportions. The disease became known as Cocoliztli by the native Aztecs, and had devastating effects on the area’s demography, particularly for the indigenous people.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1545
apr 1, 1548
~ 3 years and 3 months