(This picture came from: http://www.victorianstation.com/archeast2.html)
~*~The Victorian Era
was a period of time during the nineteenth century. The name, "Victorian
Era", was given to this time period because it was the period of Queen
Victoria's reign in Britain (1819-1901). The Victorian Era was a period
of rapid change and diversification all around the world. Advances were
being discovered in areas such as: medicine, science, and other aspects
of technology. Population also began to grow during this period of time.
Because of the fact that people were beginning to expand their views of
technology, the Victorian Period was marked by new views of confidence
and optimism for the country. Today, the nineteenth century is associated
with family values, religious observation, and work ethic. In the nineteenth
century, families were larger than they were today. However, women were
offered more opportunities to have a life outside their homes. Educational
and employment opportunities gave many people a role outside that of a
home-maker. Organized feminism developed during this period, as well as
liberalism and political demonstrations. Travel and leisure also became
more advanced during the Victorian Period. Both travel and leisure were
stimulated by the national railway network. During this time period, literacy
among people increased. Because of this, the novel became a very popular
icon among citizens. The progress of scientific thought led to important
changes in the medical world. Surgery techniques improved, as well did
antiseptics. All in all, the Victorian Era was a time of advancement and
growth in all areas. Here are some cool
pictures of Victorian houses in the
neighborhood of Pacific Heights in San Fransisco!~*~