Society of the Friends of the People

The Society of the Friends of the People was a political organization in 18th-century Britain, founded in 1792. It aimed to promote democratic reform, including expanded suffrage and greater political participation, in response to concerns about government corruption and limited voting rights. The society sought to influence Parliament and society through petitions, meetings, and advocacy, aligning with revolutionary ideas circulating in Europe at the time. While it played a role in early reform movements, its radical stance often led to conflict with authorities, reflecting the broader tensions around political change during that period.