Peterloo Massacre
When was the Peterloo Massacre?
August 16, 1819
When was the bill passed?
1832
When did the railway open?
September 15, 1830
Who was Prince Klemens von Metternich?
An Austrian statesman who strove to maintain the conservative status quo in
Austria and the Germanies.
Where did this event take place?
St Peter’s Field in Manchester
What was it?
A bill that granted many in the middle class the right to vote, also reduced corruption and was Britain's first step toward a full democracy.
What two cities did the railway run between?
Liverpool and Manchester; it was 31 miles long
Who's Charles X?
A conservative extremist, whose unpopularity resulted in his overthrow in 1830.
Why did the people rebel?
The people believed they were captive in their powerlessness.
Who did the bill neglect?
Working class men and those who did not meet the property qualification.
How long was the railway construction before the two cities were officially connected?
7 years, construction began on May 24, 1823
Who was king at the time the bill passed?
King William Henry IV
How many people were killed and/or injured during this event.
18 deaths and 400-700 injuries
How many times did the bill fail before it was passed?
Twice, by the third attempt the bill was passed.
What company created the railway signaling system?
L&MR; red for stop, green for caution, and white for clear.
What British politician and reformer fueled the Peterloo massacre?
Henry Hunt; his hat became the symbol for reform, reform act of 1832 ironically lead to the loss of his seat in election.
What does universal suffrage mean?
Votes for all!
What happened in Bristol in 1831?
A riot began which lead to Bristol being set ablaze by protester due to the bill being rejected by the house of lords for the second time.
How efficient was the railway?
The railway helped cut cost and time in half for an estimated 1200 passengers per day.
Who was the lead engineer of the Railway?
George Stephenson; was an English civil and mechanical engineer(Is also known as the Father of Railways).