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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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