The first half of the 19th century was a time of great change. Industrialization brought new opportunities for employment, changing ideas of work, and economic cycles of boom and bust. During this period, women's roles changed dramatically. Industrialization redefined the role of women in the home, at the same time opening new opportunities for them as industrial wage earners.
The stamp tax was an increase in taxes on commodities for the colonies in North America. These increases gave no added benefit in return, like representation in government.
