Rivers of Blood speech

The "Rivers of Blood" speech was a controversial speech delivered by British politician Enoch Powell in 1968. He warned that immigration policies could lead to social division and unrest in the UK, suggesting that unchecked immigration, especially from the Commonwealth, might result in cultural and racial conflict. The speech used vivid imagery, implying that the country could be overwhelmed by newcomers, leading to chaos. It sparked widespread debate about immigration, multiculturalism, and national identity, with many condemning it as racist, while others saw it as a stark warning about social cohesion.