Second Half Of The Industrial Revolution Improvements Flashcards
Some improvements in the second half of the industrial revolution
- improved health
- three tier society
- values of athleticism
- ex public school boys
- communication
- increase in wages and time for sport
Health of hygiene improved
As as result of gradual improvement in living conditions and local council provision of public baths to improve cleanliness and help stop, spread of disease,enabling more energy and willingness to participate in sport.
Gradual increase in wages and more time for sport
Due to ‘ the factory act’ and Saturday half days being provided to the workers( more time to participate)
Development of the middle class
Self made men who took advantage of the new business opportunities this changed ways of behaviour and playing sport. This became more respectful and was played at a higher moral code. They developed strict rules,leagues and competitions. They provided facilities, public parks via there involvement in the local council. They gave more time off work.