They are considered to be enlightened despots because they still ruled absolutely, but they did implement many things that came from the west and was a part of the enlightenment philosophy. They were like benevolent dictators, they did what they wanted but it was usually a good thing for the people.
They had to fill in for men. They had to work hard in mines, shoppes, ect. They were working to fill in for their husbands plus their jobs in the homes.
I believe Reverend Hale? Correct me if i’m wrong!
