Why did the Cato Street conspiracy happen?
The Cato Street Conspiracy was an attempt to murder all the British cabinet ministers and the Prime Minister Lord Liverpool in 1820….
| Cato Street Conspiracy | |
|---|---|
| Date | 22-23 February 1820 |
| Location | Cato Street, London |
| Caused by | Death of George III Implementation of the Six Acts |
| Goals | Overthrow of the Government |
When was the Cato Street Conspiracy?
February 22, 1820 – February 23, 1820
Cato Street Conspiracy/Periods
Celebrating the bicentenary of the West End job The Cato Street Conspirators were arrested on February 23rd 1820 and executed on 1 May. This was for their part in the ‘West End Job,’ an attempt to assassinate the British Prime Minister and his cabinet.
Where did the Cato Street Conspiracy get its name?
The Cato Street Conspiracy was an attempt to murder all the British cabinet ministers and the Prime Minister Lord Liverpool in 1820. The name comes from the meeting place near Edgware Road in London.
Who was sentenced to life in prison for the Cato Street Conspiracy?
The death sentences of Charles Cooper, Richard Bradburn, John Harrison, James Wilson and John Strange were commuted to transportation for life.
What did Princess Lieven say about the Cato Street Conspiracy?
Princess Lieven, in a letter, wrote, The conspirators were hanged an hour ago, and at the moment the streets are full of music, of drums and of people wearing masks. It is the festival of the chimney sweeps and they are dancing at every comer.
Who was George Edwards in Cato Street Conspiracy?
Thistlewood came to dominate the group with George Edwards as his second in command. Edwards was a police spy. Most of the members were angered by the Six Acts and the Peterloo Massacre, as well as with the economic depression and political repression of the time.