“Unearthing the Tragic Past: Germany Discovers Plague Pits Holding Remains of Over 1000 Victims”

Germany reports discovery of plague pits with over 1000 remains in Nuremberg. The pits contain skeletons dating from the 15th to 17th centuries, along with wooden beams and ash pits tied to plague outbreaks. Nuremberg experienced several outbreaks from 1533 to 1634, resulting in 30,000 deaths. The area has been designated as a protected site for preservation.