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Opposition to the Scottish Militia Act 1797
- When
- 1797
- Where
- Tranent, Scotland
- Part of
- Massacre of Tranent
The Scottish Militia Act 1797 introduced conscription to raise 6,000 militiamen, prompting protests, including similar demonstrations elsewhere.
The Scottish Militia Act 1797 introduced conscription in Scotland to bolster the ranks of the militia by 6,000 men. The measure generated opposition, and it is believed that some of those involved in the Tranent protest had been involved in similar protests elsewhere over the Militia Act 1797.
Sources
- Massacre of Tranent Wikipedia
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