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What the Corn Laws tell us about Brexit Britain

Nigel Farage's socks are seen as he attends the launch of the newly created 'Brexit Party' campaign for the European elections, in Coventry, Britain April 12, 2019. REUTERS/Eddie Keogh - RC1A8C2D6720

Walking away: Brexit is causing political ructions similar to the Corn Laws controversy Image: REUTERS/Eddie Keogh - RC1A8C2D6720

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