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It has been established that one of the most significant volcanic eruptions in human history happened in the mid-15th century, yet researchers still do not know the exact location.

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It has been established that one of the most significant volcanic eruptions in human history happened in the mid-15th century, yet researchers still do not know the exact location.

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