Burston Rebellion

Burston Rebellion

Thomas George Higdon

English History News Politics Science Social Sciences

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Episodes 9

Avg. Duration 23m

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Since Feb 2026

Latest Episode Feb 2026

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In the early 20th century, Great Britain witnessed a surge in political awareness, especially among the working classes. This awakening fueled a rise in trade union membership and support for the Labour Party, deeply rooted in the socialist movements of the previous century. In 1911, dedicated teachers Annie (Kitty) Higdon and her husband Tom moved to the charming village of Burston, located just north of Diss on the Norfolk/Suffolk border. Their commitment to improving the lives of their students and the local agricultural laborers soon put them at odds with powerful landowners and church authorities. Dismissed on April 1, 1914, their unjust treatment sparked a striking movement led by 13-year-old Violet Potter, uniting students in support of their beloved teachers. This strike would become the longest in British history, lasting over 25 years, as the Higdons continued to teach in the open air, a carpenters shop, and ultimately founded the Burston Strike School in 1917. This book chronicles their remarkable journey, their battles against local authority, and the early years of this extraordinary strike. - Summary by Steve C

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Recent Episodes

009 - Chapter 6 - The Clamour Of Labour Organisations

Feb 25, 2026 20m Transcript

In the early 20th century, Great Britain witnessed a surge in political awareness, especially among the working classes. This awakening fueled a rise in trade union membership and support for the…

008 - Chapter 5 Pt 2 - Newspaper Report Continued

Feb 25, 2026 30m Transcript

In the early 20th century, Great Britain witnessed a surge in political awareness, especially among the working classes. This awakening fueled a rise in trade union membership and support for the…

007 - Chapter 5 Pt 1 - A Curious Assembly

Feb 25, 2026 24m Transcript

In the early 20th century, Great Britain witnessed a surge in political awareness, especially among the working classes. This awakening fueled a rise in trade union membership and support for the…

006 - Chapter 4 Pt 2 - A Courteous Request

Feb 25, 2026 21m Transcript

In the early 20th century, Great Britain witnessed a surge in political awareness, especially among the working classes. This awakening fueled a rise in trade union membership and support for the…

005 - Chapter 4 Pt 1 - A Further Appeal to Barnardo's

Feb 25, 2026 19m Transcript

In the early 20th century, Great Britain witnessed a surge in political awareness, especially among the working classes. This awakening fueled a rise in trade union membership and support for the…

004 - Chapter 3 - Where Did Justice Come In

Feb 25, 2026 21m Transcript

In the early 20th century, Great Britain witnessed a surge in political awareness, especially among the working classes. This awakening fueled a rise in trade union membership and support for the…

003 - Chapter 2 Pt 2 - Line Clear

Feb 25, 2026 23m Transcript

In the early 20th century, Great Britain witnessed a surge in political awareness, especially among the working classes. This awakening fueled a rise in trade union membership and support for the…

002 - Chapter 2 Pt 1 - The Parish Council Election

Feb 25, 2026 27m Transcript

In the early 20th century, Great Britain witnessed a surge in political awareness, especially among the working classes. This awakening fueled a rise in trade union membership and support for the…

001 - Chapter 1 - Two Pedestrian Strangers

Feb 25, 2026 36m Transcript

In the early 20th century, Great Britain witnessed a surge in political awareness, especially among the working classes. This awakening fueled a rise in trade union membership and support for the…

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