Power: the Repeal of the Corn Laws, 1846 | A Revolution in Five Acts
An ear of corn is at the heart of the second programme in the daily series. Ian Hislop charts an Act that established the city of Manchester as a force in the nation, shattered the Conservative Party, and had precious little effect on the price of corn.
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- Clip length: 27'08''
- Broadcast year: 2001
Curriculum Connection
- History | Radicalism and Protest, 1810-1852 | Radicalism and Protest | The impact of the French Revolution and Napoleonic Wars
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- Provider: BBC
- Channel: BBC Radio 4
- Programme: A Revolution in Five Acts
- Episode: Power: the Repeal of the Corn Laws, 1846
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