Littleport, Main Street c.1955
Photo ref:
L366011
Photo ref:
L366011
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This prosperous small town witnessed a day of rioting on 22 May 1822. Local people gathered in protest at starvation wages and atrocious working conditions. They robbed farmers, and marched to Ely in protest. On their return they were cornered in the George Inn. They were tried at Ely: many were transported to Australia, and five were publicly hanged.
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