Historical Events tagged with "rum rebellion"

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Politics & Government

Successful Armed Takeover in New South Wales

January 26th, 1808 217 years ago

The Rum Rebellion was a military coup led by Major George Johnston against Governor William Bligh. Johnston's forces, comprised primarily of disgruntled soldiers and settlers, seized control of Sydney in a bid for power. The incident stemmed from growing tensions regarding the rum trade and Bligh's unpopular governance. The rebellion lasted for a few days, showcasing a brief successful resistance to colonial authority.

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