jun 27, 1895 - Populist (People's) Party Organized
Description:
A third party movement that sprang up in the 1890's and drew support especially from disgruntled farmers. The Populists were particularly known for advocating the unlimiting coinage of silver, and both Democratic and Populist candidates campaigned on that platform as well.Added to timeline:
Date:
jun 27, 1895
Now
~ 130 years ago