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The Little Ice Age was a period of cooler climate that occurred roughly between the 14th and 19th centuries, impacting regions around the globe, particularly in the Northern Hemisphere. Characterized by colder winters, shorter growing seasons, and advancing glaciers, this era led to significant social and environmental changes, including crop failures, food shortages, and altered ecosystems. While not a true ice age, the Little Ice Age had profound effects on human societies, contributing to famines, population migrations, and shifts in agricultural practices. The causes of the Little Ice Age are thought to include volcanic activity, reduced solar radiation, and natural climate variability. It ended in the mid-19th century as global temperatures began to rise.