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Was the Little Ice Age triggered by massive volcanic eruptions?

Scientists suggest that the Little Ice Age was triggered by an unusual, 50-year episode of four massive volcanic eruptions. This led to an expansion of sea ice and a related weakening of Atlantic currents that caused the cool period to persist for centuries.

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ScienceDaily: Global Warming News
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