During the rise of the Industrial Revolution, labor condensed and centralized in cities where iron and coal was abundant. Working conditions were harsh, with long hours, abusive conditions, and little sympathy for workers. Textile industries and the invention of the steam engine dramatically increased the demand for labor, which in turn, demanded labor from more than men. Men primarily worked in coal mines, transportation of resources such as iron and coal, and expanding railroads, construction, etc. Women and children were needed to work more than 12 hours a day.
Because of these developments in industry, laws were introduced to protect children and women.
Because of these developments in industry, laws were introduced to protect children and women.