In 1833, Richard Martin co-founded the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) in London, aiming to promote animal welfare and protect animals from cruelty. He was motivated by his deep concern for the treatment of animals and played a significant role in advocating for legislative changes to improve their welfare. The SPCA became one of the first organizations dedicated to this cause, setting a precedent for animal rights movements worldwide.
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Scottish SPCA was formed in 1839 in Edinburgh, initially to protect the many horses used to convey goods and people around the country.
Richard Blunt was born in 1833.
Richard Strong was born in 1833.
Richard Heber died in 1833.
Richard Cayley was born in 1833.
Richard Frederick Littledale was born in 1833.
Richard H. Barter was born in 1833.
Richard Brown - Captain - died in 1833.
Richard Watson Dixon was born in 1833.
Richard Skinner died on 1833-05-23.
Richard Hall Gower died in 1833.