Peterloo to the Pankhursts: Radicalism and Reform in the 19th Century

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Brief Introduction

Discover the history of protest, parliament and citizens’ rights.

Course Summary

Explore the radicalism and reform movements in the 19th century, from Peterloo to the Pankhursts, in this comprehensive course. Learn about the key figures and events that shaped the political and social landscape of the era.

Key Learning Points

  • Discover the origins of radicalism and reform movements in the 19th century
  • Explore the key events and figures that shaped the political and social landscape of the era
  • Understand the impact of these movements on modern society

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    • Spain: €25,000 - €40,000

    • USA: $35,000 - $70,000
    • India: â‚ą2,00,000 - â‚ą7,00,000
    • Spain: €20,000 - €35,000

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    • India: â‚ą2,00,000 - â‚ą6,00,000
    • Spain: €18,000 - €35,000

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Learning Outcomes

  • Gain a comprehensive understanding of the radicalism and reform movements in the 19th century
  • Explore the key figures and events that shaped the political and social landscape of the era
  • Understand the impact of these movements on modern society

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • No prior knowledge or experience required
  • Access to a computer with internet connection

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

  • Online
  • Self-paced
  • 4 weeks
  • 2 hours per week

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Requirements

  • This course is for anyone with an interest in political and social history, including the history of British Parliament, trade unionism and the labour movement.

Outline

  • Revolution Introduction Revolutions Terror Industry and Agriculture Rotten Boroughs Peterloo Conclusion Reform Introduction Liberal Tories The Great Reform Act The Whigs Chartism Corn and the Conservatives Conclusion Workers Introduction A New View of Society The 'New Unionism' State Intervention Socialism in Britain From Litigation to Legislation Conclusion Voters Introduction Gladstone, Disraeli and the Second Reform Act Tory Democracy and New Liberalism Ireland: Province or Nation? The Revolt of Women An Ungovernable Society? Conclusion

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Steven Franklin, Claire Kennan, Matthew Smith, Shirin Hirsch
Royal Holloway, University of London & People's History Museum
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