When did the first "Unemployed March" occur in England?

1814

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1914

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1850

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1817

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Solution

The correct option is D 1817
As most of the work was done by machines, workers who were previously employed were no longer required. So, they were thrown out of employment. As a result, the first "Unemployed March" occured in England in the year 1817.

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