On this day in 1968, Conservative MP gave an anti-immigration speech that became known as the "Rivers of Blood" speech. 

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From the desk of “Stuff You Missed in History Class,” “This Day in History Class” quickly recounts a tidbit from today’s events in history.

This Day in History Class

On this day in 1968, Conservative MP gave an anti-immigration speech that became known as the "Rivers of Blood" speech.

Enoch Powell's "Rivers of Blood" anti-immigration speech - April 20, 1968

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