Joseph Cowen was the leading political figure in north east England in the second half of the 19th century. A visionary and hugely influential personality, Cowen was at the heart of the ‘radical citadel‘ that was Newcastle-upon-Tyne in the late 1800s. Using his positions as Newcastle MP and editor of the ‘Daily Chronicle’, Cowen pursued an agenda, which aimed to spread wealth and power amongst all the people of Tyneside, not just the rich and powerful.
For our December talk, Peter Sagar will tell us much more about this fascinating figure, including how he was exactly 100 years ahead of time on one major issue, was important nationally on another issue, which continues to affect us now… and how he may have fallen foul of anti-terror legislation had he lived today. Peter will also reflect on what we can learn from Cowen about our own world today.
The talk will take place on Wednesday 13 December 2017 at The Corner House, Heaton Road NE6 5RP at 7.30pm (Doors open at 7.00pm. You are advised to take your seat by 7.15pm). Please book your place by contacting maria@heatonhistorygroup.org / 07443 594154. Until 28 September booking will be open to Heaton History Group members only.
