Policing and Protest in Manchester – British History
Explore the history and legacy of the Moss Side riots, and learn about the impact of civil disobedience, with this online history course from Manchester Grammar School.
Who is the course for?
This course would appeal to learners interested in issues of racism, protest, policing and other topical debates. It would be of particular interest to school students studying history and politics, but no specialist knowledge is required.
What will you achieve?
By the end of the course, you‘ll be able to…
Assess the relevance of Social Contract Theory in modern Britain
Explain what life was really like in Moss Side at the time of the riots
Identify the short and long term causes of the violence
Identify similarities and differences between the Moss Side Riot and other disturbances in 1981, such as in Brixton and Toxteth
Engage with how Britain reacted to the Moss Side Riots, including in the media and Parliament
Evaluate the effectiveness of civil disobedience as a method of protest
