This archive provides a collection of primary resources including parliamentary papers, home office correspondence, as well as topical hansard debates that traces the development of British working-class childhood in the 19th century. At this moment, the website is host to over 80,000 pages of material. In addition, the website also provides external links and resources for researchers working on this topic.

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