As the capital of a massive empire, London became a draw for immigrants from the colonies and poorer parts of Europe. A large Irish population settled in the city during the Victorian era, with many of the newcomers refugees from the Great Famine (1845–1849). At one point, Irish immigrants made up about 20% of London's population.

The Victorian era was the period in British history between about 1820 and 1914, corresponding roughly to the period of Queen Victoria’s reign (1837–1901). It was characterized by a class-based society, a growing number of people able to vote, a growing state and economy, and Britain’s status as the most powerful empire in the world.

In the history of the United Kingdom and the British Empire, the Victorian era was the reign of Queen Victoria, from 20 June 1837 until her death on 22 January 1901. Slightly different definitions are sometimes used.

2018年6月21日 · By the end of the Victorian Era in 1901, not only had the city’s face changed, but its entire personality was different. A quiet capital became a major urban geopolitical powerhouse, the seat of an empire that stretched around the globe.

2021年12月11日 · The Victorian era could justifiably be called both the most divine and the most decrepit era in London’s history. Discover the highs and the lows of the age in this guide to Victorian London.

2019年3月15日 · Queen Victoria, who was born in 1819 and ascended the throne at age 18, was Britain’s second-longest reigning monarch (surpassed only by Queen Elizabeth II). Her rule during one of Britain’s...

Victorian London is associated with the time of the House of Hanover and stretched from roughly 1820 (Queen Victoria took to the throne in 1837) to 1914 (the start of World War I). During this period, the British empire grew in strength and size. London was the …

The Victorian era of the United Kingdom and its overseas Empire spans the 63-year reign of Queen Victoria (1837-1901). By this time, the role of the monarch was to reign, rather than rule. Victoria served as figurehead for the nation.

2024年5月26日 · 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 …

2024年11月13日 · London has plenty of famous throwbacks to the Victorian era, from world-class museums to stunning landmarks. But there are also many less well-known attractions to …