THE STRASBOURG STRIFE OF 1518

In the year of 1518, a most peculiar affliction struck the city within Strasbourg. Upon a dreary day, Frau Troffea, a woman feared, was witnessed dancing in the streets in a frenzy. Her zeal was unmatched, and she danced unrelenting for days. Rumors spread like wildfire as others started by a similar need to dance. Hundreds of the city joined in,