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  2. 19th-century London - Wikipedia

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    During the 19th century, London grew enormously to become a global city of immense importance. It was the largest city in the world from about 1825, [1] the world's largest port, and the heart of international finance and trade. [2] .

  3. Victorian era | History, Society, & Culture | Britannica

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    During the 19th century, members of the middle class were the moral leaders of society (they also achieved some political power). The very small and very wealthy upper class got its income (of £1,000 per annum or often much more) from property, rent, and interest.

  4. How London Changed During the Victorian Period - Londontopia

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    The 19 th Century was a time of great change for Britain, and especially its capital of London. Some of London’s most iconic landmarks were constructed during this time or altered to a look that we recognize today.

  5. Timeline of London (19th century) - Wikipedia

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    The following is a timeline of the history of London in the 19th century, the capital of England and the United Kingdom. 8 January: The first soup kitchens are opened in London. [1] 13 January: The Royal Institution is granted a royal charter. [2]

  6. The Rise of Victorian London: Anatomy of the "Monster City"

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    This was the London that contemporaries dubbed "the Monster City" – a seething cauldron of humanity that inspired both awe and apprehension. In this article, we‘ll explore how Victorian London grappled with the challenges of breakneck growth and social transformation.

  7. Victorian London in Color Photos: Bringing the Late 19th ...

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    From the iconic, newly constructed Tower Bridge to the grim struggles within Londons slums, these images capture the full spectrum of Victorian life, flaws and all, including everyday street scenes and the lives of regular people.

  8. How Victorian London Became Known as the ‘Monster City’

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    During the 19th century, London’s population rose from 1 million to 6.2 million, due to natural increase and immigration from other parts of Britain and abroad. London had always been attractive as the capital city, with people drawn by the belief that its streets were paved with gold.