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The Sweat
The Sweat, also known as The Swat, New Acquaintance, Stoupe, or "Knave know thy master" was a mysterious fever that killed swiftly, usually within 24 hours. Outbreaks occurred in England in 1485, 1508, 1517, and 1551.
See Epidemics