Social change: trade unions and new unionism; syndicalism; female emancipation; growth of urban population
Between the 1880s and 1914, British society shifted dramatically. Workers organised into powerful unions, women fought for equal rights, and millions moved into rapidly expanding cities.
Real World
Emmeline Pankhurst founded the Women's Social and Political Union in Manchester in 1903; by 1913 its members were chaining themselves to railings, smashing Downing Street windows, and Emily Davison had died after stepping in front of the King's horse at the Epsom Derby — forcing the issue onto the front pages of every national newspaper.
Exam Focus
For syndicalism questions, define it precisely (using industrial action to replace capitalism) and distinguish it from ordinary trade unionism to access top marks.
Essay Framework
Use PEEL to structure every paragraph. Tap each step for guidance and an example.
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