Talk: How the 17th century 'Gin Craze' brought London to its Knees

This talk delves into the 17th-century Gin Craze that gripped London, exploring how the city's growing obsession with cheap, potent gin led to widespread addiction, social decay, and a dramatic rise in crime and poverty. It examines the chaotic impact on everyday life and the desperate measures taken by authorities to control the crisis, offering a powerful glimpse into how a single spirit nearly unraveled an entire city.

Victor Keegan is the author of Lost London Books 1 and 2, which uncover the city's hidden history.