Emily Davison and the tragedy at Epsom Racecourse
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I can describe the events that took place at Epsom Racecourse in 1913.
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On the 4th of June 1913, a tragedy occurred at Epsom Racecourse.
A woman called Emily Davison ran out onto the course during a big horse race called the Epsom Derby.
Emily ran out onto the course because she was fighting for a change to take place in Britain.
She was knocked over by the King's horse and died from her injuries.
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