5.5 The Notting Hill Riots and Kelso Cochrane Flashcards
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What event started on the night of the 30th August 1958?
400 white youth attacked the homes of Black people in Bramley Road
This marked the beginning of six nights of violent attacks.
What did members of the Black Community do during the attacks?
Attacked to protect their homes
This was a response to the violent assaults on their community.
Who was Justin Cochrane and why was his death significant?
A 32-year-old carpenter whose death showed Black people that the Government would not help them
His death highlighted the need for Black individuals to protect their own rights.
What did the police claim regarding the violence during the riots?
That the violence had nothing to do with racism
This statement angered the Black Community.
What slogan did white men chant during the riots?
Keep Britain White
This reflected the racist sentiments present during the events.
What was the public’s reaction to the violence of the riots?
They were shocked by the violence
These riots are considered some of the worst race riots in British history.
What was the response of the Black Community to the term ‘riot’?
They objected to the events being called a ‘riot’
This reflects their perspective on the nature of the violence.
What happened to Justin Cochrane on 17th May 1959?
He was stabbed by white youths and died
His murder sparked outrage and activism within the Black Community.
What article did the Daily Mail publish regarding immigration?
Should we let them keep coming in?
This article called for tighter control on immigration.
How many people were arrested during the riots?
108 people
Arrests were made quickly, but no one was charged.
What percentage of those prosecuted were white?
75%
This statistic highlights the racial dynamics of the prosecutions.
What was the response to Cochrane’s murder within the Black Community?
The growth of organisations like the West Indian Standing Conference
This indicated a mobilization for civil rights and activism.
How many people attended Justin Cochrane’s funeral?
Over 1,200 people
This shows the impact of his death on the community.
Who helped to organize Cochrane’s funeral and later became a leader?
Claudia Jones
She played a significant role in the Black community’s response.
What did the Council request from the Government regarding racial violence?
To make racial violence a crime
The Government refused this request.
What event did the Government approve despite refusing to address racial violence?
A WDL rally to be held in Trafalgar Square on 24/5/59
This demonstrates the Government’s stance on the issue.
