In this episode, we explore the dramatic events of 1816, famously known as the 'Year Without Summer.' This period, marked by global climate change, saw catastrophic impacts worldwide following the eruption of Mount Tambora in 1815. We also delve into significant historical contexts such as the end of the War of 1812, Napoleon's defeat at Waterloo, and the birth of Otto von Bismarck. Discover how this calamitous year affected everyone from impoverished Chinese farmers to Thomas Jefferson.

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