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This question is on the Peterloo Massacre of 1819 and The Miners Strike of the early 80's. With reference to problems of policing, I must compare and contrast issues surrounding these events. I would like some help deciding what areas I should cover.

- Why they were meeting/striking?
- Media
- Abuse
- Neutrality
- Cavalry
- Unionism
- Poverty
- Working class seen as threat
- Restriction in the Truth

I need help narrowing it down into 4 or 5 major points. I would appreciate it if you could help point me in the right direction.

Thank you.

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In regards to the Peterloo Massacre of 1819 and The Miners Strike of the early 80's and to problems of policing, this solution assists in identifying and comparing some of the major issues surrounding these events. Two related time lines of major events during these periods expand on these issues.

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