18th-19th centuries

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    • What is the time period discussed in Key Topic 3 of Crime and Punishment through Time?
      18th and 19th centuries
    • What were the changing definitions of crime from c.1700 to 1900?
      • Poaching became a significant offence.
      • The value of poached goods was over £130 a year.
      • Definitions of crime evolved with societal changes.
    • What significant event occurred in February 1835 related to crime and punishment?
      A grappling with societal changes and the formation of early trade unions took place.
    • What were the key changes in law enforcement from c.1700 to 1900?
      • Early 18th century law enforcement methods were primitive.
      • The role of police began to formalize.
      • The establishment of more structured law enforcement agencies.
    • How did attitudes towards punishment change from 1700 to 1900?
      • There was a shift towards more humane treatment of offenders.
      • The death penalty was increasingly questioned.
      • Alternatives to harsh punishments were sought.
    • What was the significance of Pentonville Prison in the context of crime and punishment?
      • Opened in 1842, it was a model for modern prisons.
      • Focused on rehabilitation and solitary confinement.
      • Aimed to reform prisoners through structured routines.
    • Who was Robert Peel and what was his role in law enforcement?
      Robert Peel was a key figure in establishing modern policing in England.
    • What were the main features of Robert Peel's policing principles?
      • Emphasis on crime prevention.
      • Community cooperation with police.
      • Professionalism and accountability in policing.
    • What was the trend in executions and transportation by the 1800s?
      By the 1800s, fewer people were being hanged and transportation had ended in 1857.
    • What were the implications of the low crime rate in the 19th century for punishment methods?
      • A harsher punishment system was developed.
      • The focus shifted to deterrence rather than rehabilitation.
      • The perception of crime influenced public policy on punishment.
    • What was expected of women in the context of punishment during this period?
      Women were expected to be submissive and perform domestic duties.
    • What were the working conditions for prisoners in the 19th century?
      • Prisoners worked long hours.
      • They were often engaged in hard labor.
      • Conditions were harsh and aimed at punishment rather than rehabilitation.
    • What was the impact of the rapid growth of towns on crime rates?
      The rapid growth of towns led to an increase in crime rates.
    • How did societal changes in the 18th and 19th centuries influence crime and punishment?
      • Industrialization led to new types of crime.
      • Urbanization increased opportunities for crime.
      • Changing social norms affected perceptions of crime and punishment.
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