George Spencer Talk

September 18, 2010 14:00

Published: August 14, 2010 19:51 by Watcher |

Published by group: People's Histreh
Tagged as: history mining spencerism trade_unionism

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Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire Labour History Society

Spencerism: Industrial and Ideological conflict in the Nottinghamshire Coalfield

A talk by Laurence Turner

George Spencer was one of the most controversial trade union leaders of the 20th century. His actions made him a hero to some and a pariah to others. Even today 'Spencerism' is used as a term of either abuse or praise. Using new evidence, this talk will re-examine Spencer's life and legacy and argue for fresh interpretations of this divisive figure and the union he founded.

Laurence Turner studied history at Oxford University and is currently studying for a Masters in Industrial Relations in inter-war Britain.

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Attached Files

George Spencer meeting flyer(.doc 157KB)

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