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Podcast: Dan Snow's History Hit
Episode: The Great Tariff Battle
Description: Have trade tariffs ever worked? Dan explores a cautionary tale from the turn of the 20th century when Britain's Conservatives' flirtation with tariffs led to huge political upheaval and a truly disastrous electoral defeat. In this historical deep dive, Dan is joined by Duncan Brack, an expert analyst and policy advisor, as they discuss the historical implications and public sentiment surrounding tariffs as the world grapples with a very similar situation today.Produced by James Hickmann and edited by Dougal PatmoreSign up to History Hit for hundreds of hours of original documentaries...