During the Victorian era, which spanned from 1837 to 1901, the United Kingdom saw the construction of over 9,000 miles of railway lines. This rapid expansion transformed transportation, facilitating trade and travel. Major railway companies emerged, and key projects like the Great Western Railway and the London and North Western Railway were pivotal in connecting cities and regions. The railway boom played a significant role in the Industrial Revolution and the economic growth of the time.
No. Many country landowners thought they ruined the environment. Horse-breeders and coach operators feared competition from the railways. Poets and philosophers declared that they were ugly and unnatural.
Not all canals were built in Victorian times. Most canals were built between 1750 and 1850 but some were outside this period. There are still around 2000 miles of navigable canals and rivers in the UK.
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he was a civil engineer and built many famous bridges, boats, tunnels and railways.
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The poor children in Victorian times did not have many types of food to eat. They mostly age stale bread, potato peelings, and scraps.
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In Victorian times, the most popular transport for children to go to school was walking, as many lived close enough to their schools. However, for those who lived farther away, horse-drawn carriages or omnibuses were common alternatives. In urban areas, some children also used the newly emerging railways for longer distances. Overall, the choice of transport largely depended on the family's financial situation and the distance to the school.
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17 zonal railways exists in indian railways. Latest one is kolkata metro.