In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
INTRANSIGENTIST
Etymology
Noun
intransigentist (plural intransigentists)
A person who refuses to compromise on their position.
(historical) A member of a revolutionary party in Spain about 1873, or of a socialist party in France.
Source: Wiktionary
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