Rebellion

Petroleum Revolution

9 Jul 1873 – 13 Jul 1873 · 38.70° N, 0.47° W

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When
9 Jul 1873 – 13 Jul 1873
Kind
Rebellion
Coordinates
38.70° N, 0.47° W
Description
workers' revolution in Alcoy, Spain in 1873

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Petroleum Revolution

Workers' revolution in Alcoy, Spain in 1873

The Petroleum Revolution was a libertarian and syndicalist leaning workers' revolution that took place in Alcoy, Alicante, Spain in 1873. The event derives its name from the petroleum-soaked torches carried by revolting workers. During those days, according to chroniclers, the city stank of petroleum.

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