Historical Events tagged with "joseph priestley"
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Politics & Government
Priestley Riots Erupt in Birmingham
July 14th, 1791 233 years ago
In Birmingham, a violent mob targeted Joseph Priestley due to his outspoken support for the French Revolution. The riots reflected growing unrest among those opposing revolutionary ideals, leading to significant damage and unrest in the community. As Priestley's house was set ablaze, the riots revealed deep divisions within British society regarding political and religious beliefs at the time.
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