Industrial and post industrial (1780-1900) Flashcards
What is rational recreation
19th century, sports pastimes for the lower class designed by the middle class to be well ordered, organised and controlled
What were negative affects of rationalised sports during the first half of the 19th century
Lack of income Lack of measure time Migration of lower classes into the cities Lack of public provision Loss of rights Poor health
What were the improvements in the second half of the industrial revolution
Three tier society Industrial patronage Improved health Value of athleticism Communication
How did health and hygiene improve
Local council provision of public baths
Wash House Act of 1846
What was the factory act and industrial patronage
Gradual increase in wages and increase time for sport as Saturday half days being provided
Led to provision for recreation and sport- factory teams were set up
How did transport and communication improve
Development of steam trains, fixtures and result were published in the papers of the time
What are the characteristics of rational recreation
Respectability Regionally/nationally/ regularly played Rule based Purpose built facilities Gambling controlled
