What Was Life Really Like In A Victorian Workhouse? | Secrets From The Workhouse | Absolute History

In Victorian England, the Workhouse formed the basis of society. The poor and destitute entered Workhouses to receive free health care and food. But in a society that viewed poverty as a crime, these workhouses were never meant to comfort. It was a means to punish the destitute and encourage future independence. In this two-part documentary, several UK celebrities explore how their ancestors survived the difficult environment of the Workhouse and discover some unexpected family secrets that shock and inspire them in turn. It's like Netflix for history... Sign up to History Hit to start watching now https://bit.ly/45CPh5u This channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. Any queries please contact: [email protected] #AbsoluteHistory