Chartism Failed Bc Divide Over Methods Of Protesr? Flashcards
1
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Name two moral force chartists
A
William Lovett and Thomas Atwood
2
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Name two physical force chartists
A
Fergus O’ Conner and Henry Julian Harvey
3
Q
Why did the government reject their first petition
A
As the first took a nonviolent approach the government didnt feel threatened and rejjected their 1,280,958 signature petition 235- 46
4
Q
What was the Newport rising
A
1839 - 5000 miners in south wales marched through valleys and ended up in newport where they. Clashed with troops outside of westgate hotel. 20 dead
5
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What class supported chartis
A
Working class- they were going through economic hardship at the same time as chartists