Six ways the Suffragettes changed London

Arsenal FC is synonymous with North London. But it used to known as Woolwich Arsenal, playing at Manor Ground in Plumstead, south-east London. Until Suffragettes burnt down the ground in 1913 that is - to make the point that men enjoyed sport and privileges that women were denied. The event contributed to Arsenal’s decision to move to Highbury in

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During the campaign, attempts to attend WSPU meetings became increasingly difficult as officers were recognised and attacked.[107] The attacks became so widespread that police had to invent new and never before attempted methods of counter-terrorism.[108] These included the use of double agents, covert photo surveillance, public pleas for funding and the use of a secret bomb disposal unit on Duck Island in St James's Park, London.[108]. The tactics also were a template for the IRA.

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  • It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world.

  • It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world.

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