William Lovett, 1800-1877
Author of the People’s Charter and secretary to the Convention of 1839 William Lovett was secretary to the General Convention
Read moreAuthor of the People’s Charter and secretary to the Convention of 1839 William Lovett was secretary to the General Convention
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