The Forgotten Founders of Manchester

Once called “hell upon earth,” Angel Meadow—the now Green Quarter of Manchester—was a slum forged by the Industrial Revolution, where overcrowded cellars and filth documented by Friedrich Engels hid the grit and resilience of the city’s true pioneers. Now, through “Project Angel,” led by Canon Grace Thomas, locals are honoring the forgotten souls who built Manchester’s legacy amid unimaginable hardship, launching a moving tribute at Manchester Cathedral that blends poetry, history, and pride in the city’s dual story of innovation and sacrifice. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/7bbce84df305a87e