Brown said even if the rebellion failed, it would probably lead to a civil war between North and South.

VOA: special.2009.06.18

Virginians wanted Brown punished quickly to show what would happen to anyone who tried to lead a Negro rebellion.

VOA: special.2009.07.02

The lead researcher, Prof Alan Brown, estimated that influenza infection during pregnancy could lead to a 3-4% chance of bipolar disorder in the resulting children.

BBC: Flu in pregnancy 'may raise bipolar risk for baby'

This, surely, was the last chance for those who do not want Mr Brown to lead Labour into the election to try and get someone else instead.

BBC: Full Story: Brown's leadership challenge

They want Gordon Brown to lead the party as prime minister into the general election whenever it takes place and they don't want to open the question of the leadership.

BBC: Brown coup plot shows Labour 'deeply divided' - Cameron