Raid Against the Machine | Jeremiah Brandreth
from Beheaded Hosted by Megan Moore & Elizabeth Black
In this episode, we delve into the life and legacy of Jeremiah Brandreth, a key figure in the Luddite rebellion. Known as 'The Nottingham Captain,' Brandreth led a desperate uprising of workers against the mechanization that threatened their jobs and livelihoods in early 19th-century England. We take a look at the impact of the Industrial Revolution who the Luddites were, as well as the harsh punshment they received for rebelling against the government. Support the show
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This episode was published on November 13, 2024.
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