Scottish Labour History (2022, vol 57) now out

We are pleased to announce the publication of the new, 2022, annual volume of Scottish Labour History.

Please see https://www.scottishlabourhistorysociety.scot/ for the contents on oral history; Glasgow socialist and labour politics; John Maclean’s funeral; the 1820 ‘radical war’ or first general strike in the world; miners’ brass bands; Harry Lauder as a miner; the politics of Sorley MacLean; and books reviews, obituaries and announcements.

Please also circulate the first Ian MacDougall Essay Prize for undergraduate students in labour history to any interested parties:

Subscription to SLH is via joining the Scottish Labour History Society – see https://www.scottishlabourhistorysociety.scot/membership

Gregor and Jim