Victorian

The Victorian era was the reign of Queen Victoria from 1837 to 1901. During this period, liberalizing political reforms took place, including expanding the electoral franchise, and the British Empire expanded and became the predominant power in the world. Victorian society valued personal conduct and morality, but this emphasis also placed restrictions on certain groups' liberty. The period saw significant scientific and technological development, with Britain being advanced in industry and engineering. The population of Great Britain increased rapidly, while Ireland's fell sharply due to the Great Famine.learn more on wikipedia