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Century - 1700s
Century-1700s refers to the years from 1701 to 1800. During this time period, the 13 British colonies, in what would eventually become the United States, rebelled against British rule, the French experienced complete social and political upheaval during the French Revolution and the steam engine was patented in Great Britain marking the beginning of the Industrial Revolution in that country.
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Probably much the same as it exists today, although some feel it is warmer in this century due to all the building and covering of grassy areas by concrete and asphalt.
Were girls allowed to school in 1700s?
no and yes. No because they did not go to high school or all the other grades . Yes because they went to college.
Who was the artists during the 1700s?
I only know one artist during the 1700's and that is William Hogarth
When did women get married in the 1700's?
Women were generally married around the age of thirteen or fourteen. If they weren't married before 25, it was humiliating within their social spheres and they would be considered 'spinsters'. Women who were widowed were encouraged to remarry as soon as possible. Mostly because marriage wasn't usually a romantic attachment, more of convenience or for benefits of the economic sort.
What was medicine like in the 1700's?
in the 1700s people didnt have a lot of options some times they would die over the most siple things that now a days we can get better from by just taking an asprin. in the 1700 there was no hospital a doctor would come to youre home and treak you but only if you had enough money to pay them and some of their methods were compleatly rediculous. in other casess people would just go to see a priest and have the priest pray for them and if they were very sick they would even get an exorsisn
What did they use as medicine in the 1700s?
medicine was around in the 1700s but the state of hospitals were poor and people were traeted horribly. if you search for medicine in the 1700s on google i found the 2nd site down very helpful. i hope this helps you too.
What was life like on a plantation in the 1700's?
thwey had to work sometimes 16 hours a day. their living quaters where often cramp, and poorly equipted. even the slaves food and clothing was rationed by masters.
slaves where given a production quota which they had to meet or else they would get punished. it was usually about 200lbs(91kg)
Housing in the 1700s varied significantly based on social class and geography. Wealthy families often lived in large, ornate homes or mansions, while the lower classes resided in smaller, simpler dwellings, such as cottages or tenements. In rural areas, homes were typically made from local materials like wood or stone, while urban settings saw a rise in brick construction. Overall, housing reflected the prevailing social hierarchies and economic conditions of the time.
What jobs did the women have in the 1700s?
Some became nuns, wives and mothers. There were also filles du roi. i would think that some would be bakers, but i have a history package taht has a small table of occupations then, and it says that the table does not include the habitants, men and women who work for the church as nuns, priests & missionaries.
It also states that men could only become skilled workers.
What was the capital of Europe during the 1700's?
Europe is a continent, not a country, so it has no capital.
What were some responsibilities for girl's in the 1700's?
Learning how to embroider since a good embroiderer in England could land as the maid who was in charge of the household linen which was the most valued station for the common maid. Also household chores and sewing depending on status.
What are the instraments that was used in the 1700's?
voilins, flutes, trumpits,etc also harpsicords and pianos
At the end of the 18th century what period did Britain enter?
By the end of the 18th century, Great Britain was well into their world colonization period. They also had begun their industrial revolution and were refining it well into the 19th century.
What clothing did poor women wear in the 1700's?
- They wore garments that were all worn out and brown, the rich people wore robes and very fancy materials that the peasants couldn't get there hands on for the life of them!
