Victorian Washing Machines
Victorian Washing Machines
The history of Victorian washing machines sheds light on class and gender differences in nineteenth-century Britain.
Key Ideas
As this video progresses, key ideas will be introduced to invoke discussion.
Key Ideas
Think about the following questions as you watch the video
- 02:46 Why was it important to soak and beat your clothes for at least 30 minutes?
- 04:29 Why were household chores like the washing done by women and girls?