Episode 2 of 2
Indianapolis Convention
- When
- November 1874
- Where
- Indianapolis
Southern and western leaders met in Indianapolis in November 1874 to propose the creation of a new political party for currency reform, frustrated by major parties' refusal to adopt inflationary policies.
Frustrated by the inability of Democrats or Republicans to adopt inflationary monetary policy, southern and western leaders of monetary reform met in Indianapolis. They proposed the creation of a new political party dedicated to currency reform, aiming to accomplish something for the country at large, not just for farmers.
Sources
- Greenback Party Wikipedia, revision of 2026-07-16
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