Hundreds danced for days in 1518... but why?

A faceless AI Short generated with Kineo · 45 seconds · 2026-08-13

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Hundreds danced for days in 1518... but why? It started in Strasbourg, France — July, 1518. Records show it lasted over a month. People couldn't stop. Some danced until they collapsed... or worse. No cure worked. Panic spread. Could it happen again?

The leading theory? Ergot poisoning from rye bread... triggered the frenzy. Follow for more history mysteries.

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Video description

Discover the mysterious dance craze of 1518 that captivated Strasbourg. What caused hundreds to dance uncontrollably for days? Delve into this historical enigma and uncover the truth behind the frenzy.

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