Three Accounts of Peterloo by Eyewitnesses by Hylton, Smith, and Stanley

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Editor Bruton, F. A. (Francis Archibald), 1860-1929
Author Hylton, William George Hylton Jolliffe, Sir, 1st Baron, 1800-1876
Author Smith, J. B. (John Benjamin), 1794-1879
Author Stanley, Edward, 1779-1849
LoC No. 21014062
Title Three Accounts of Peterloo by Eyewitnesses
Bishop Stanley, Lord Hylton, John Benjamin Smith; with Bishop Stanley's Evidence at the Trial
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Summary "Three Accounts of Peterloo by Eyewitnesses" by Hylton, Smith, and Stanley is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work presents first-hand accounts of the tragic event known as the Peterloo Massacre, which took place in 1819. The narratives from three distinct eyewitnesses illuminate the chaos and complexity of the day, aiming to provide an authentic representation of a pivotal moment in British history often marred by misrepresentation and misunderstanding. At the start of the book, the editor introduces the contributors and the significance of their accounts. The Rev. Edward Stanley narrates his observations during the gathering of thousands who were peacefully assembled in the hopes of petitioning for political reform. He describes the moment chaos erupted as cavalry charged into the crowd. Other accounts by Sir William Jolliffe, a military officer at the event, and John Benjamin Smith, a Manchester businessman, further elaborate on the scene from their unique perspectives, capturing the simultaneous confusion, fear, and tension as reformers faced brutal military action. These opening sections set the stage for a deep exploration of the circumstances surrounding the event, which profoundly impacted public sentiment towards governance and reform in Britain. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Subject Peterloo Massacre, Manchester, England, 1819
Subject Manchester (England) -- History
Category Text
EBook-No. 37004
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 8, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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