- 1819 Peterloo Massacre resulted in 10-20 deaths, 400 injuries when cavalry charged rally in Manchester. Those killed include James Crompton, Edmund Dawson, Margaret Downes, William Evans, John Ashton, Thomas Buckley. James Crompton, Edmund Dawson,Margaret Downes,John Ashton,Thomas Buckley MartyrsFeb 2, 2026 14:05