Was the Peasants' Revolt of 1381 a Turning Point in Medieval England?

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In summary, during the 1300s, a man named Wat Tyler gathered 100,000 men and marched to "Smithfield" to meet Richard the 11 and demand a fair way of life. Along the way, this army attacked abbeys and monasteries, killed lawyers and judges, and released prisoners. This revolt was sparked by the first poll tax and has had lasting effects throughout history, with similar revolts occurring in the 1990s. The levellers of the 1600s fought for universal suffrage, equality, and the abolishment of the monarchy, but these demands are still largely unachieved today. It is interesting to note that Wat Tyler's village, Fobbing, may be
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The 1300s a cruel time, in 1381 Wat Tighler (Tyler) gathered a 100,000 men
and marched to "Smithfield", to meet Richard the 11,to make demands for a fair way of life . on the way this army attacted abbeys and monasteries, killed lawyers and judges and released their brothers from prison.
http://www.ronaldbrucemeyer.com/rants/0612almanac.htm
 
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When you think about it this was an revolt off nearly 700 years ago that had its origins in the first 'poll tax'. Remember the second poll tax and the riots across the UK in the early 1990's. A tax first imposed on my fellow Scots.
If you look through history its astonishing what you find. The levellers were powerful lobbyists in the 1600's for universal sufferage for all men, equality and the abolishment of the monarchy.
Demands that nearly 400 years later are largely and sadly unachieved.
 
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It's interesting to note that the village Wat Tyler resided in is called Fobbing. I wonder if this where "fobbing off" came from? Anyone have any information on this?
 

What was the Peasants Revolt of 1381?

The Peasants Revolt was a major uprising in England in 1381, led by the common people against the ruling elite and their oppressive policies. It is also known as the Great Revolt or Wat Tyler's Rebellion.

What were the main causes of the Peasants Revolt?

The main causes of the Peasants Revolt were the oppressive feudal system, high taxes and rising food prices, and the government's failure to protect the common people from the effects of the Black Death. These factors led to widespread dissatisfaction and a desire for change among the peasants.

Who were the leaders of the Peasants Revolt?

The two main leaders of the Peasants Revolt were Wat Tyler, a charismatic and influential figure, and John Ball, a radical preacher who called for social and economic equality. However, the revolt was largely a spontaneous movement and had no centralized leadership.

How did the government respond to the Peasants Revolt?

The government initially tried to negotiate with the rebels and make promises of reform, but when the negotiations broke down, they resorted to violence and suppression. Many rebel leaders were arrested and executed, and the government passed harsher laws to maintain their control over the common people.

What were the long-term effects of the Peasants Revolt?

The Peasants Revolt had a significant impact on English society. It showed that the common people were capable of organizing and standing up against their oppressors, and it paved the way for future rebellions and uprisings. It also led to some short-term reforms, such as the abolishment of serfdom in some areas, but the overall social and economic structure remained largely unchanged.

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