The Peasants' Revolt, also known as the Great Revolt, was a largely unsuccessful popular uprising in England in June 1381. The rebellion's leaders included Wat Tyler and they wanted massive social changes which included a removal of the poll tax, an end to the cap on labour wages, redistribution of the Church's wealth and the total abolition of serfdom.
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c. 1100 - c. 1400Serfdom and manorialism is at its height in medieval Europe.
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1377 - 1381Richard II of England imposes three consecutive poll taxes on his subjects.
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Jun 1381The Peasants' Revolt in England.
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15 Jun 1381Richard II of England meets and disbands a mob in London to end the Peasants' Revolt.
