Analyse the impact of the invention and development of railways on everyday life in Victorian Britain.
Date Submitted: 12/19/2004 12:25:04
In the 19th Century Britain witnessed a period of huge social, economic and political change. During this period, industry, the quality of life and communications were transformed. The development of rail transport is often viewed as one of the major influences of the time. Many in their attempt to aid society's progression supported railways. At the same time for others the railways were unwelcome and were responsible for reaping havoc on everyday life.
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