The luddites were people of the Industrial revolution that were skilled weavers and mechanics. They were followers of the mythical figure 'Ned Ludd'. They attacked machines and factories in early industrialization.The Luddites were known mostly for the attacks they had succeeded. Being a Luddite meant that you were just being a protester. The Luddites protested against bad wages the workers received and unfair employment practices. They wanted to get rid of the new machinery that was causing unemployment among workers. The luddites were concerned technology was developing too quickly, hurting society ,and peoples lives.
October 6, 1877
Dear Cousin Abby,
As you know, I've been in England working in the mills. The conditions here are gruesome, but we all stay because we need the wage. We also have been told that education will be provided here. Lately a group named the Luddites have been intruding our factories. They're actually skilled mechanics and weavers but have chosen to protest and break some of our machinery. They believe workers were receiving bad wages and unfair employment practices. I agree with them! We are doing dangerous work for such young ladies. There is a rumor going around that the boss could be cutting our wages anytime soon. I don't know how I'm going to provide home and for myself if this becomes true. The industrial revolution is shaping me into hard working lady, helping me provide for myself and broaden my choices later in life.
Your cousin-- Allie
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