WIGAN ELECTION RIOTS OF 1831
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WIGAN ELECTION RIOTS OF 1831
A detailed look at the reasons for the election riots in Wigan in May 1831, the backgrounds of the characters involved and the consequences for the perpetrators of the ensuing violence.
https://www.wiganlocalhistory.org/articles/wigan-election-riots-of-1831?fbclid=IwAR2vkYNs4gHw3otZa0A7q1sbne_jkWDGB8TIw93y2BosrUewQkUigbZmSTk
https://www.wiganlocalhistory.org/articles/wigan-election-riots-of-1831?fbclid=IwAR2vkYNs4gHw3otZa0A7q1sbne_jkWDGB8TIw93y2BosrUewQkUigbZmSTk
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WOW, this is one of the most interesting local stories I have ever read.
Mortarmillbill- Posts : 98
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Re: WIGAN ELECTION RIOTS OF 1831
Yes, what a history we had.
I wonder why we have to fight for what is a normal situation, such as voting.
Some other countries put us to shame.
I wonder why we have to fight for what is a normal situation, such as voting.
Some other countries put us to shame.
Re: WIGAN ELECTION RIOTS OF 1831
The next election is looming.
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Fascinating.
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