The History of Timekeeping (Radio Edit)
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The Influence of Politics on Time Standardization in 19th Century Britain
In the 19th century, Britain faced challenges with local time variations, particularly in relation to the impact of railways on time standardization. Contrary to popular belief, the railways did not immediately lead to unified timekeeping across the country. While the railways did contribute to standardization, the full standardization to Greenwich Time was not achieved until decades later. Ultimately, the decision to standardize time in Britain was driven by political concerns around alcohol consumption, factory work and conditions, child labor, and the regulation of these factors through the use of clocks.
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