1750 - 1900 Crimes Flashcards
Which crimes increased in frequency as a result of industrialisation and urbanisation
Theft and burglary increased since houses contained more luxury goods and banks/shops contained more value.
What crime arose in the industrial period as a result of railways being constructed?
The increased construction of railways in the industrial period led to fare dodging and vandalism.
How was the rate of crime changing during the start of the industrial period?
At the start of the industrial period, crime rates were slowly increasing.
When did crime start falling in the industrial period?
Crime started falling after the mid 19th century.
What percentage of crimes were petty theft during the industrial period?
During the industrial period, 50% - 80% of crimes were petty theft.
What war ended in 1815 and led to an increase of crime?
The Napoleonic wars ended in 1815, and the returning soldiers often found it hard to get a job.
What did the end of the Napoleonic wars result in?
The end of the Napoleonic wars led to increased crime rates and a significant decrease in wages (1/3 less).
