James Jauncey: The Gentleman Socialist

Writer, prospector for gold, socialist: Robert Bontine Cunninghame Graham was one of a kind. Elected to Parliament in 1886 as a Liberal MP, he pursued a radical agenda, condemning child labour and capital punishment – and later co-founded the Scottish Labour Party with Keir Hardie. Upon failing to get elected in 1892, he went unsuccessfully in search of gold in Spain. Now, R B Cunninghame Graham’s great-great-nephew James Jauncey tells the story of the remarkable Don Roberto in conversation with Ruth Wishart.

Categories: History, Human Rights, Politics

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The People History Forgot

This series looks at some of the fascinating figures who came close to power during their lifetimes, yet in their deaths have been relegated to the margins – until now. In this diverse range of events, explore the unexamined lives of individuals who are worthy of their own chapter in the book of history…