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The British Factories Act of 1833 banned children working in factories at night. How common was night work in factories in this era, and how was this practically achieved (eg. lighting)?

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How widespread/accessible were painkillers in the early 1900s (particularly in rural Scandinavian communities)?

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What were the social and technological changes in Britain from 1800-1901?

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The British Factories Act of 1833 banned children working in factories at night. How common was night work in factories in this era, and how was this practically achieved (eg. lighting)?	8
How widespread/accessible were painkillers in the early 1900s (particularly in rural Scandinavian communities)?	1
What were the social and technological changes in Britain from 1800-1901?	1