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 The
Victorians
The Victorian period began at the commencement of
Queen  Victoria's
reign (June 1837) and ended at her death in January 1901. The Victorians
experienced tremendous changes in the economic, social, cultural and political
arena during their age.
We invite you to step back in time
into the society of the Victorians. In The Victorians category, you will be
introduced to a vast array of information including the day-to-day life in a
family's home. Whether discussing courtship and marriage, traditions,
style and fashion or historical events and people, The Victorians category is
where you may connect with the past.
Special to The
Victorians
A Life Well Traveled
by Glenda Jackson
Writer and Victorian history expert Glenda Jackson discovered oilcloth diaries
beneath a pile of old books and pamphlets in
the stall of a flea market vendor. Who were the authors? Mathilde Potter,
age 16, of Philadelphia, who penned the 1896 diary and her older sister, Emily,
who penned the 1905 diary. Glenda shares her fascinating find in her
article, A Life Well Traveled.
England
Balls In Victorian England
The weeks of preparation to host a
ball were extensive. Read about the details of preparation to make a ball
a "crush."
Etiquette at the Ball
Strict codes of behavior were adhered to by the ladies and
gentlemen attending a ball in 19th century London.
Change in 19th Century Class System
The Industrial Revolution was well
underway when Queen Victoria ascended the throne in June 1837. How did the
Industrial Revolution impact society and its class system?
Debt Could Get You In Prison
The sad reality was that if a man could not repay his debt, he could soon find
himself in prison.
Health & Medicine
The life span of an individual was
much shorter in the nineteenth century than today. Review the medical
profession, midwives, and the homemade remedies of the Victorian family.
The London Townhouse-The Servants
Middle-class Victorians were conscious about how they appeared to their
neighbors. Displaying their wealth and status in society was of the highest
important. A household of servants was a necessary need to accommodate a
Victorian's wealthy lifestyle.
Servants in Mourning
During the Victorian period, certain "rules" existed regarding
mourning. When a death occurred in the family, the servants were provided
mourning garments by the family.
The Victorian Lady & Her Summer Fashions
The women of the 21st century can thank their lucky stars they don't have the
fashions of the Victorian period. Ladies, we wouldn't last the summer!
Victoria Becomes Queen
The young queen was committed to her responsibilities and displayed strength in
character from the moment of her accession in 1837.
America
The Naper Settlement, Naperville,
Illinois: The following articles highlight historical events and activities
that occur at the Naper Settlement, a 19th century village.
A Journey to the
Past: A
Victorian Wedding
Family Heritage Days
& the Naper Settlement
Maple Sugaring
Naper Settlement Photo Gallery
The Civil War - A Re-enactment
A Civil War Re-enactment - Photo Archives
Photos Melissa Hamilton discovered in her father's collection.
Photos were taken at the Naper Settlement more than 10 years ago. At this
time, the re-enactors were using horses.
 Stan & Ruth Bukowski
Stan and Ruth Bukowski know what it is to step into the past. Passionate
history buffs of the Civil War period, this husband and wife team have
experienced what others have only imagined. Their interest in the Civil
War has led them upon a fourteen year journey as Civil War re-enactors,
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The following articles are miscellaneous
subjects of interest related to the Victorian era.
Etiquette & Train Travel
Etiquette was an integral part of
Victorian society. Etiquette was also a part of train travel whether traveling
great distances or traveling locally.
The Victorian Home
To fully appreciate the charm
and refinement of the Victorian home, we can explore the individual styles,
designs and elements that made up the Victorian Age residence.
Early Victorian Period
The Victorian Age possessed its own unique qualities and form in
furniture design.
The Bedroom
The Victorian bedroom was viewed as a "sanctuary" as families
expanded and the middle class could afford to hire servants.
The Victorians & Conversation
In the ideal world, a Victorian was to display the epitome of etiquette when it
came to conversation. In fact, if one was to "acquire the art of
conversation in a superior degree, there must be intimacy with those who possess
refinement and general information."
Monopoly & the Morality Board Game
Board games have been a source of amusement for children and
adults for centuries. Read about the history of the board game and how the
Victorians played!
To Die or Not To Die
Can you imagine being buried alive? The Victorians took decisive measures to
ensure their safety in case of a physician's erroneous pronouncement.
LINKS OF
INTEREST
Ken Anderson contacted us for a link
to his two sites, which are packed full of great information and are well
designed sites: http://homepage.ntlworld.com/haywardlad/britway:
The site focuses on the Victorians and Empire the British Way. Ken
Anderson's main site is http://homepage.ntlworld.com/haywardlad,
which focuses on the History of the British Empire. Learn more about Ken
by visiting Ken Anderson!
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Become familiar with the little details of the
Victorians. Visit our Victorian Trivia.
Victorian Trivia
Love Letters. Discover what the etiquette was for writing
love letters.
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There are numerous web sites that provide
varied information on the Victorians. Visit Victorian Web-site Listing
for a convenient summary listing of web sites.
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