History A-Level
Political violence and intimidation
What Political violence and intimidation means in History A-Level, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Political violence and intimidation
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Widespread intimidation of rival parties in the March 1933 elections, and intimidation tactics used to secure the two-thirds majority required to pass the Enabling Act.
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