The Battle of Cable Street (1936)
Sam Aronow
The Battle of Cable Street, which occurred in 1936, was a significant moment in British Jewish history and a pivotal event in the fight against fascism. This confrontation took place in London’s East End, where Jewish and other local communities, along with anti-fascist allies, organized to block a march by the British Union of Fascists, led by Oswald Mosley. The event is remembered as a powerful act of resistance and solidarity, highlighting the tensions between fascist movements and minority communities in interwar Britain. Following the battle, there was increased awareness and a shift in public opinion regarding fascism, which had previously found some support in parts of Britain.