The Top Hat Riot of 1797!

[dochermes]

There's some doubt about the authenticity of the Top Hat Riot, but why should we let mere facts get in the way of a good story?

http://theoddmentemporium.tumblr.com/post/35943576091/the-top-hat-riot-of-1797-the-top-hat-was-invented

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Hetherington