Rare Photos of England From the 1860s and 1870s

The 19th century was one of rapid development and change, far swifter than in previous centuries. During this period England changed from a rural, agricultural country to an urban, industrialized one. This involved massive dislocation and radically altered the nature of society. It took many years for both government and people to adjust to the new conditions.

Here, a collection of 38 rare photographs of England from between the 1860s and 1870s.