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Revisiting The General Strike of 1926

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The Historical Association Gloucestershire is pleased to welcome James Thompson, Professor of Modern British History at the University of Bristol. This talk revisits the General Strike of 1926. It examines the mobilisation of both strikers and strike breakers and locates their activities in the culture of interwar public politics. It charts the impact and legacy of the strike on British political culture. We look forward to welcoming you.
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Revisiting The General Strike of 1926

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Clarence Row, Alvin Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 3DW

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Season (11 Nov 2026)
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Wednesday19:30 - 21:00

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