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In Victorian times, oakum referred to a type of fiber made from the untwisted strands of old ropes, usually hemp or jute, which were soaked in tar or pitch. It was primarily used for caulking seams in ships and for sealing joints in construction, providing a waterproof barrier. Oakum was often produced in workhouses, where inmates would be employed to unpick old ropes as a means of labor and rehabilitation. This practice was part of the broader Victorian approach to utilizing labor in social welfare contexts.
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What sort of jobs would people do in the Work houses in the Victorian age?
Oakum Picking, Stone and Bone Breaking, Gardening, Sewing, Cooking...
Can you make a sentence with oakum in it?
Oliver didnt have a single sip of oakum.
In victorian times did they have guns?
yes they did have shotguns in Victorian times.
Who reigned in Victorian times?
Victoria reigned in Victorian times.
What is oakum?
Hemp
What were the fashions like in the Victorian times?
The Crinoline was the fashion in Victorian Times.
What were beaches like in the Victorian times?
what were beaches like in the Victorian times? what did they do
What happended in Victorian times?
Victorian things ;)
Where Jelly Babies made in Victorian times?
Yes they where made in Victorian times
Were there Olympics in the Victorian times?
Yes the Olympics in Victorian times started again in 1869
Is oakum toxic?
Oakum itself is not toxic, as it is typically made from natural materials such as hemp or jute fibers. However, prolonged exposure to the dust created when working with oakum can irritate the skin, eyes, and respiratory system. It is important to use proper protective equipment when handling oakum to avoid these potential health risks.
What language was spoken in Australia in Victorian times?
The common language of Australia in Victorian times was English.
