The Garrat Elections were a carnival of mock elections in Wandsworth, Surrey (now part of London), England, in the 18th century. The events were organized around 20 May and would see crowds of tens of thousands travelling five miles (8.0 km) from London to take part.
The Garrat Elections were a carnival of mock elections in Wandsworth, Surrey (now part of London), England, in the 18th century. The events were organized around 20 May and would see crowds of tens of thousands travelling five miles (8.0 km) from London to take part.
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