Henry Vincent (10 May 1813 – 29 December 1878) was active in the formation of early Working Men's Associations in Britain, a popular Chartist leader, brilliant and gifted public orator, prospective but ultimately unsuccessful Victorian MP, and later an anti-slavery campaigner.
Read more about Henry Vincent: Early Life, Political Awakening, Responsibility and Resistance, Oratorial Virtuosity and Appearance, Target of The Authorities, Gaol, Release, Rearrest and Gaol Again, Release, Marriage and A New Publication, Modified Stance and Message, Attempted Political Career, Later Career, Death and Legacy
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