How the Plague Changed London Flashcards

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Roughly how many people in London died in the Great Plague of 1665?

Around 100,000 people died, which was about one in five Londoners.

Which parts of London were hit hardest by the plague, and what does this show?

Poor, crowded outer areas were hit hardest. This shows that cramped housing helped the disease to spread.

How did the plague change who stayed in London and who left?

Many rich people, including the king and his court, fled to the countryside. Most poor people had to stay in London.

How did the appearance of London’s houses and streets change during the plague?

Houses with plague were locked and painted with a red cross and the words 'Lord have mercy upon us'. Watchmen stood outside, and dead carts went along the streets to collect bodies.

How did the plague affect trade and work in London?

Markets, shops and the docks were often closed or quiet. Theatres and sports were banned, so many workers lost jobs and pay.

How did London’s authorities use record-keeping during the plague?

City leaders used weekly 'Bills of Mortality' to list plague deaths. This record-keeping helped them see which parts of London were most affected.

How did the plague change the way London cared for shut-in families?

Parishes had to bring food, drink and fuel to families shut in their homes. They collected money and charity to support these people.

What longer-term public health changes did the plague bring to London?

The plague led to more focus on cleaning streets and removing rubbish. London also used pesthouses for the sick and held ships in quarantine before people could enter the city.

What happened to London’s population in the years after the plague?

Within a few years the population rose again. People moved in from the countryside, so London kept on growing.

How did the plague change daily life and social activities in London?

People avoided crowds, so churches, alehouses and coffee houses were often empty or closed. Daily life became quieter and more tense, with many people staying indoors.

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