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The Great Cheese Riot
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The Great Cheese Riot of 1766 in Nottingham, England occurred amidst economic hardship, where high cheese prices led to public unrest at the annual Goose Fair. The riot highlighted socio-economic tensions and disparities, resulting in clashes, temporary price decreases, and a deeper reflection on managing public order and commodity distribution.
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