Project ID: 847

DescriptionRiot and Rebellion in Mid-Nineteenth Century Devon - The records show numerous occasions when riot and rebellion occurred in Devon. The reasons for disorder were many and included food shortages, price rises, and opposing religious views.
TopicsSocial history
TypeU3A-led research (not an SLP)
U3A
Organization/partnerCitizens 800, Royal Holloway College
Year started2018
Source of referenceCitizens 800 website
NotesThis is one of number of SLPs linked to the Citizens project at Royal Holloway College - see file card 547 for details
See  www.citizens800.org/U3A  for more information