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21 Sep 2022 - 21 Sep 2022
August 1842 The People vs The Establishment 180th Anniversary Talk
Price:
£6.60
Event description
3pm, repeated 4.30pm
A Talk by David Glover
In August 1842, People Power brought the mills of Halifax to a total standstill.
This was ‘The Great Strike.’ How and why did this extraordinary situation arise?
What did Plug-drawing involve, and what was the input of local Chartists?
Soldiers were attacked at Salterhebble, innocent citizens were assaulted by troopers, some being killed.
David attempts to explain the confusion…
£6.60
Event details
- This event is at The Grayston Unity
- Tickets are £6.60
- This event runs from 21 Sep 2022 - 21 Sep 2022.
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