Politics & Government

Enoch Powell's 'Rivers of Blood' Speech

Enoch Powell delivered a highly controversial speech during a Conservative Party meeting at Birmingham, England, where he expressed his views on immigration and the social impact it was having on British society. He warned that the increasing immigration from the Commonwealth would lead to societal tensions, famously stating, 'like the Tiber, the River Tiber foaming with much blood.' The speech ignited a nationwide debate on race and immigration, leading to significant backlash and support.

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