Historic Agitator Events

Back from Siberia historical_agitators.1 · dlc004

Freshly returned after a three-year exile in Siberia, … has met with colleagues in the Trade Unions to discuss his next move.

"Ilych! You look cold. And a fancy ring on your finger. Exile's done you wonders." "Enough that I can see how much work has to be done. Nadya and I have had a great many discussions on where the Party could go next." "Ha! You speak as if you'll lead the downfall of the Bourgeoisie tomorrow! It is good to see you again, old friend."

Caught Returning historical_agitators.2 · dlc004

Returning from time abroad to evade prison, … was caught trying to reenter ….

Saint-Pelagie, Belle-Île, and Carte. The threats of evermore degrading and hostile prisons mounted. And whispers of this new Devil's Island somewhere in Guyane sound as terrible as the name promises. Delescluze could have stayed away, but the people's revolution cannot wait.

Escaping the Law historical_agitators.3 · dlc004

While serving a sentence for revolutionary sentiment, … quietly escaped from prison. He has rejoined the countless other revolutionaries across ….

"Sir? The revolutionary is gone." "Mon dieu, which one? We have entire prisons just for the treasonous rats!" "Blanqui, sir. He's been smuggled out, and we believe since his friends arrived. He'll be halfway to Belgium by now, sir."

Women Beyond Spinsters historical_agitators.4 · dlc004

The rising feminist factions in … have suffered a schism. … has founded a new, militant organization in its wake.

Affiliations with the Independent Labour Party, three separate bills, twenty years of work, and all the support of a dedicated community were not enough—not nearly enough—to affect even the slightest forward step on women’s suffrage. New measures would be needed. A woman’s right to vote would belong not only to the spinsters and the widows. By fire, fist, and famine, all women will have the power to vote.

A Feeling of Fatedness historical_agitators.5 · dlc004

Dissatisfied with the lack of progress on abolition, … has begun drawing on every anti-slavery gunman to aid slaves fleeing their owners.

"Off to bed, children. You surely must be tired." "Mam, it's scarce noon. We haven't even married Juliet to Romeo yet." "You get inside this instant and you stay away from that wagon! That John Brown and his sons are coming this way, and his crusade will drown us all in blood. You mark my words, boy!"

French Action historical_agitators.6 · dlc004

Young Joseph historical_agitators.7 · dlc004

… has officially arrived in … to a mixed reception. Some call him a pest, and others call him a visionary.

A dream beckoned him: a league of independent states. Europe, whole and strong. Europe, together in fraternity. Europe, a bastion of democracy and enlightenment. A dream crushed time after time. But always the dream beckoned, and always he answered. The only thing that would constitute this republic is the destruction of all that would oppose it.

The Third Bonaparte historical_agitators.8 · dlc004

Chastened by his travels abroad and his failed coup, … has returned to … borders.

"Papa, papa! Napoleon has returned!" "Which Napoleon would that be, Jacques? Little Corporal, the reigning king, or the Swiss man?" "The Swiss Officer, papa!"

He Who Would Be King historical_agitators.9 · dlc004

A resident of the … region, …, has declared himself an Emperor. He has begun issuing his own decrees, and people have printed currency with his likeness.

"At the peremptory request and desire of a large majority of the citizens of these United States, I, …, formerly of Algoa Bay, Cape of Good Hope, and now for the last 9 years and 10 months past of San Francisco, California, declare and proclaim myself Emperor of these United States..."

Be Someone Useful historical_agitators.10 · dlc004

…, a disinherited son of a princely family, has returned to …. His activities seem subversive in nature.

"A great pleasure to see you again, Dmitri. I see St. Petersburg has become lively again." "Indeed Pyotr. Listen, this wasn't a courtesy call. I am happy to see you in the motherland again, and... I imagine some friends of mine would be too." "Friends? Don't tell me it's Tchaikovsky... oh, you were serious."

Bakunin in Berlin historical_agitators.11 · dlc004

… has left the military unfulfilled, and requested leave to study in Berlin.

"Son, you are the first of my line, and you bear the burden of upholding it. I bid you stay and put your talents to use in service." "And I would peel my forehead like a potato while I stamp forms. It's no future. What's in my forehead demands more."

A Man Named 'Lvov' historical_agitators.12 · dlc004

A raid carried out in … has identified over 200 members of the South Russian Workers' Union. Among them, a young man named ….

There are whispers out of … of a printing press. Not just any press printing the local gazette or even approved books. This press was focused on a handful of ideas. Slogans championing the rights of the proletariat, and calls for the educated to spread the good word: revolution is coming.

Dąbrowski's Flight historical_agitators.13 · dlc004

Captain …, a former artillery officer arrested for sedition, has escaped detainment in Siberia. His captors believe he is fleeing south.

Is it truly patriotic to oppose a tyrant who dictates a beloved homeland, or is it only self-indulgent treason? A fine question that ought to be answered, if only there were time to stop and rest. South, somewhere, anywhere south of Moscow, would be the time. Right now, the …'s hounds were in the way.

A Dickens Tale historical_agitators.14 · dlc004

… has grown increasingly weary of operating the … Daily News, and has opted to spend his time abroad.

"I dare say, John, the co-owners of the Daily News will be the death of me. This paper was meant to be so much more. I feel as if I have no time left, for want of love or money." "And I should know when you want to hand something to me, Charlie. 'Tis your venture, and I give you my experience freely, but do consider what you're proposing. I will take it if that is what you want, but I shall not make your choice for you."

The Young Spartacus historical_agitators.15 · dlc004

A disastrous strike in Poland has seen leaders of the Proletariat Party executed for treason. Some members, including …, have escaped.

Far fewer of the party survived the strike than anyone hoped. The survivors resolved to meet in secret after they were made outlaws. Everyone was made clear: they would be hunted by the law for their work. There was only so much of Poland they could hide in, and the …'s claws numbered in the millions.

Destruction: A Creative Impulse historical_agitators.16 · dlc004

… has recently published Reflections on Violence, signaling both his alignment with radical leftism, and a break from orthodox socialist theory.

"Marx supposed that the bourgeoisie had no need to be incited to employ force; but we are faced with a new and very unforeseen fact: a bourgeoisie which seeks to weaken its own strength."

The Ethics of Revenge historical_agitators.17 · dlc004

Echoing sentiments across the Armed Forces, … has called for revenge against … to thunderous applause.

Vengeance, by and large, is the need to uphold besmirched honor. One might seek revenge as readily for a stolen treat as a gouged eye. When a nation's worth is tied to the majesty of its military, any defeat in the field could yet break its image. And woe betide them who attacks a nation's worth.

Silk Merchant's Son historical_agitators.18 · dlc004

Freshly reentering politics, … has been invited to make public addresses on the constitution of the … state.

Revolution, no matter how peaceful the intent or the amount of violence bestowed, collects its dues from all involved. One may find the cost is simple: boots and blood. Others find less obvious costs: passions stripped, joys faded, and ideals becoming nothing but memories. Yet with enough time and care, there is a chance of renewal.

Lame Devil's Partnership historical_agitators.19 · dlc004

Whispers around São Paulo mention a new newspaper, Diablo Coxo. This is only one of many publications that self-taught lawyer, …, writes for.

A new partnership between a freed slave and a foreign cartoonist have taken the city by storm. Sharp, witty, pleasing to look at; it was destined to ruffle the plumage of every peacock in São Paulo. … had a great labor ahead of him: no less than the freedom of every slave in ….

The Flight of Valjean historical_agitators.20 · dlc004

As … begins to accumulate more and more power, … denounces the … as a traitor to ….

Military boots came marching down the parade. Power changes hands once more. Every step tolled the death knell of yet another Republic. No man who spoke against the death penalty, against social injustice, and against poverty could be convinced to bow gracefully to the whims of an entitled heir. But what to do to affect that, and keep a family alive?

Under Atari historical_agitators.21 · dlc004

Informants have learned of the existence of the Reform China Society. A leak has detailed plans of an uprising in …, and its members are now arrested. …, one of the leaders, has evaded capture.

"My brother, I wish I could write to you under better circumstances. The reforms have not gone so well. … remains in the …'s' hands, and I cannot take a living wage. I need what you can spare from your ranches..."

Frosty the Traitor historical_agitators.22 · dlc004

A Chartist march in Newport turned to bloody violence. Armed Forces personnel captured the throng, including one of its commanders, John Frost.

£100 was the worth of John Frost's manacles, delivered alive and unspoiled. An auspicious day called for the oldest punishment: hanging, drawing, then quartering. And yet, the people would have a say here. A barbaric death while marching for a fairer vote was beyond all ken. A lighter sentence was due in the wake of the Enlightenment.

The Lady with the Lamp historical_agitators.23

… has arrived in …, to a mixed reception. Bringing her pioneering work in nursing to the country has set off a wide spread gossip about her pursuit to change laws regarding women in the workplace.

She is a "ministering angel" without any exaggeration in our hospitals, and as her slender form glides quietly along each corridor, every poor fellow's face softens with gratitude at the sight of her. When all the medical officers have retired for the night, silence and darkness have settled down upon those miles of prostrate sick, she may be observed alone, with a little lamp in her hand, making her solitary rounds.