Chartist too ambitious 2017 Flashcards
What are the 3 sections for this plan?
- Overambitious
- Use of Violence
- Strength and Opposition of establishment
Overambitious
What were the specific demands of the Chartists during the years 1838-48?
The demands included universal suffrage for all men over 21, a secret ballot, equal-sized constituencies, annual parliament elections, MP salaries, and the abolition of property qualification for becoming a member of parliament.
Overambitious
How did the demands of the Chartists compare to the goals of the 1832 Reform Act?
The Chartists’ demands were more progressive and ambitious compared to the limited reform offered by the 1832 Reform Act, which only enfranchised around 650,000 people.
Overambitious
Did the lack of cooperation between the working and middle class contribute to the failure of the Chartists?
The middle class support shifted towards the Anti-Corn Law League, leading to little cooperation between the working and middle class. This lack of unity and collaboration may have hindered the Chartists’ efforts.
Overambitious
Why did the cooperation between the Chartists and the Anti-Corn Law League fail in 1842?
The cooperation between the Chartists and the Anti-Corn Law League faltered in 1842 due to internal divisions and disagreements.
Overambitious
How did the middle class’s contentment with the gains of the 1832 Reform Act affect the Chartists’ cause?
The middle class, who were the primary beneficiaries of the 1832 Reform Act, were generally more content with the reforms and did not support the Chartists’ more radical demands. They were wary of the violence associated with the Chartists, led by Feargus O’Connor, and did not want their property to be subjected to such unrest.
Use of Violence
How did the use of violence within the Chartist movement contribute to divisions in leadership?
The use of violence within the Chartist movement caused divisions in leadership, with some advocating for non-violent protest and cooperation with other groups, while others supported armed struggles.
This led to differing viewpoints on the best approach to achieve the Charter.
Use of Violence
What were the key differences between the moral force and physical force factions within the Chartist movement?
The moral force faction emphasised non-violent protest, education, and cooperation with groups like the Anti Corn Law League.
On the other hand, the physical force faction supported armed struggles and engaged in violent actions to bring about change.
Use of Violence
How did the Newport Rising in November 1839 impact the Chartist movement?
The Newport Rising, which resulted in the deaths of 10-24 Chartists and 50 injuries, had a significant impact on the Chartist movement.
It not only caused a loss of life but also further divided the Chartists, as some saw the use of violence as detrimental to their cause.
Use of Violence
What were the consequences of the Plug Riots in August 1842 for the Chartist movement?
The Plug Riots, which started among miners in Staffordshire and spread nationwide, caused stress and pressure on the government.
However, it also resulted in further divisions within the Chartist movement as different factions had differing views on the use of violence.
Use of Violence
How did Feargus O’Connor’s approach to violence differ from the moral force and physical force factions?
Feargus O’Connor represented a third attitude towards violence, in which he threatened violence but remained within the boundaries of the law.
He delivered speeches and wrote for the Northern Star newspaper, convincing some Chartists to follow his approach. However, this approach also caused division among the rest of the Chartists.
Strength and Opposition of establishment
What was the response of Parliament to the Chartists’ petitions in the years 1838-1848?
- Parliament rejected all 3 petitions, despite popular support.
- The first petition was rejected by a vote of 235 to 46.
Strength and Opposition of establishment
How did the establishment oppose the Chartists during this period?
- The establishment organised a nationwide police force through the 1839 Rural Police Act.
- Alowwedcounties to establish their own force; wiltshire first to do so
- 13,000 police by 1851
Strength and Opposition of establishment
What happened during the Kensington Common demonstration?
- The demonstration failed, as the protesters were met with a large number of soldiers, police, and special constables.
- The government quickly arrested the rioters and leaders, with the help of the railways for quick troop movement.
