Did freezers exist in Victorian times?

Answer 1

Freezers, as we know them today, did not exist in Victorian times (1837-1901). However, the era did see the introduction of some early refrigeration methods, such as icehouses and iceboxes, which used blocks of ice to keep food cool. The first practical mechanical refrigeration systems were developed in the late 19th century, but these were not widely available until after the Victorian era. Thus, while refrigeration technology was in its infancy, true freezers were not part of Victorian life.