Smallpox only spread in Europe starting in the 15th century. Before that it was ...

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Smallpox only spread in Europe starting in the 15th century. Before that it was known mostly in Asia (China and India). It was probably the increased trade with Asia that was responsible for spreading smallpox in Europe.