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What name was for this Era?
The Victorian era had began around the 1840s. It had started in Great Britain, when Queen Victoria took over. This era was the time Britain had become the highest ruling country. This is also knownas the Gothic era for the 1840s. -
What Country ruled fashion durining this time?
During thie time, England was ruling fashion. This was mainly because of Queen Victoria, and her husband, King Albert. Most of the fashion was based off what both of them had worn. -
Music
During this time, brass instruments are becoming more apart of music, and in music stores. Also the piano becomes more of a household item, and most families have them.Theaters also were slowly becoming diverse. -
What happened in the 1840: Oregon Trail
Throughout the the 1840s, a lot had happened.In 1843, the first “wagon trail” of the Oregon Trail had branched off frrom Elijah’s White expedition, with 900 people participating. -
Fashion trends: men
During the Victorian ties, men's clothing was a lot more put togther than it is today. Men wore suits everday, and always had their hairslicked back. Duing this time, they got rid of powderd wigs, and heavy makeup.men would good skin care ad take care of acne and freckles, or other marks on the face. -
What happened in the 1840: States arrving
In the middle of this decade, Texas, Iowa, and Florida became official states of the U.S. -
fashion trends: women
This time, wigs and a ton of makeup was no longer defining beauty. People started going for a natural look, and use blush to accuente skin. both women and men had great skin care, and made sure it was clear. Women were modest and classy, and barely showed skin. -
Clothing worn in 1840
Men dressed very nice with suits and nice shoes every day. -
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What happened in the 1840: Baseball Begins
The first official rules of baseball were created as well, and the first game was in 1846 -
What happened in the 1840: Gold Rush
Toward the end of this decade, the Gold Rush begins in California.That's when the gold became what everyone wanted in the western side of the country.
