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1841 / Anti-Corn Law Meet
A meeting of the Anti-Corn Law League, in Newalls Buildings, Manchester
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1841 Anti Corn L Aw League Manchester Meet Meeting
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This evocative image captures the intensity and passion of the Anti-Corn Law League meeting held in Newalls Buildings, Manchester, in 1841. The Anti-Corn Law League was a political organization formed in 1836 in Britain, with the primary objective of advocating for the repeal of the Corn Laws, which protected domestic grain prices and imposed high tariffs on imported grain. The league's members, mostly from the industrial north, believed that the Corn Laws were detrimental to the working class, as they drove up the cost of food and exacerbated poverty. The photograph shows a large crowd of men, mostly dressed in working-class attire, gathered in a dimly lit room. Some are standing, while others are seated, all intently listening to a speaker, who is standing at the podium, gesturing animatedly. The room is filled with a sense of urgency and determination, as the men discuss the importance of the cause and plan their next steps. The atmosphere is electric, with the collective energy of the group palpable. Newalls Buildings, located in Manchester, was a popular venue for political meetings and rallies during this period. The building's large size and central location made it an ideal place for the league to gather and organize. The meeting in this photograph is believed to have taken place in the early 1840s, a critical time in the league's history, as the pressure to repeal the Corn Laws was mounting. This photograph is a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a glimpse into the passion and determination of the men who fought for the repeal of the Corn Laws and the improvement of working-class living conditions in Britain. The image is a testament to the power of grassroots activism and the impact it can have on shaping history.
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