The Digger Movement

The Digger Movement, active in England during the mid-17th century, sought to challenge social inequalities and promote agrarian reform. Founded by a group of activists known as the Diggers, led by Gerrard Winstanley, they advocated for common land ownership, believing that land should be shared and cultivated by the community for everyone's benefit. Their actions included planting crops on common land to assert their rights. The movement was rooted in the radical ideas of the English Civil War period, emphasizing equality and collective ownership, but ultimately faced repression from authorities and landowners.