The Chartism Movement

Social Reform, Chartist Ideas and their Leaders

Essay , 2009 , 5 Seiten , Note: B

Geschichte Europas - Neuzeit, Absolutismus, Industrialisierung

An evaluation regarding the aims and achievements of the Chartist movement as well as an exploration on the argument that Chartism was more than a "knife and fork rebellion".
The effectiveness of the leaders is analysed, with reference to tactics and "moral and physical force".

Chartism evolved from massive social and economic unrest in the 1830s amongst the working-class due to changes from the industrial revolution which created food shortages and unemployment. It was a politically orientated movement led on behalf of the working class, in support of poor housing and working conditions. Chartism was split into two different groups known as 'moral' and 'physical' force chartists. Fergus O'Connor led the physical force chartists whilst William Lovett led the moral force chartists. Both groups employed different means and tactics to try to get government to consent towards achieving the vote for the working-class by means of document known as a charter.

Inhaltsverzeichnis

• The Chartist Movement
• Political Reform
• The Great Reform Act of 1832
• Trade Unions
• Food Riots
• The Poor Law Amendment Act of 1834
• The Corn Laws
• The Anti-Corn Law League
• Physical Force Chartists
• Moral Force Chartists
• The Land Plan
• The Chartist Petition
• Plug Plots/Riots
• The Tolpuddle Martyrs
• Luddism
• The Charter
• The Legacy of Chartism
• References

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte

This text provides a comprehensive overview of the Chartist Movement, a significant social and political movement in 19th-century Britain. It explores the historical context, key figures, and various tactics employed by Chartists in their struggle for political reform and social justice. The text aims to shed light on the movement's origins, motivations, and lasting impact on British society.

• The social and economic conditions that gave rise to Chartism
• The key demands of the Chartist movement, as outlined in the People's Charter
• The different strategies and tactics employed by Chartists, including moral force and physical force approaches
• The role of key figures like William Lovett, Fergus O'Connor, and the Tolpuddle Martyrs
• The legacy of Chartism and its impact on British politics and society

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel

The text begins by outlining the social and economic unrest that fueled the Chartist Movement in the 1830s. It highlights the impact of the Industrial Revolution, which led to widespread unemployment, poverty, and poor living conditions for the working class. The text then delves into the political reforms of the era, particularly the Reform Act of 1832, which failed to extend suffrage to the working class, further fueling discontent and leading to the emergence of Chartism.

The text then explores the different factions within the Chartist Movement, focusing on the contrasting approaches of the moral force and physical force Chartists. It examines the strategies employed by each group, including petitions, demonstrations, strikes, and riots. The text also highlights the role of key figures like William Lovett, who championed a more peaceful and democratic approach, and Fergus O'Connor, who advocated for more militant tactics.

The text further examines the various challenges faced by the Chartists, including government suppression, internal divisions, and the rise of alternative movements like the Anti-Corn Law League. It also explores the legacy of Chartism, arguing that while the movement ultimately failed to achieve its immediate goals, it played a significant role in raising awareness of social injustice, promoting working-class solidarity, and paving the way for future political reforms.

Schlüsselwörter

The key words and focus themes of the text include Chartism, working class, political reform, social justice, suffrage, the People's Charter, moral force, physical force, William Lovett, Fergus O'Connor, the Tolpuddle Martyrs, the Corn Laws, the Anti-Corn Law League, and the legacy of Chartism. The text explores the historical context, key figures, and various tactics employed by Chartists in their struggle for political reform and social justice. It aims to shed light on the movement's origins, motivations, and lasting impact on British society.

• Veranstaltung: Diploma
• Note: B
• Autor: Sylvia Coulson (Autor:in)
• Erscheinungsjahr: 2009
• Seiten: 5
• Katalognummer: V280433
• ISBN (eBook): 9783656742951
• ISBN (Buch): 9783656742890
• Sprache: Englisch
• Schlagworte: chartism, movement, social, reform, chartist, ideas, leaders