9 - highway robbery

History

Why did highway robbery begin to rise?

Changes in trade and business increased travel, making robbery more common.

How did the Industrial Revolution contribute to highway robbery?

Improved trade led to more travel, creating more opportunities for robbers.

How did turnpike roads affect highway robbery?

Better roads encouraged more business travel, making travelers easy targets.

Why did limited banking facilities lead to more highway robbery?

People had to carry large amounts of money by road, making them vulnerable.

How did the availability of handguns affect highway robbery?

Handguns became easier to obtain, making robbery more common and dangerous.

Why were highways unsafe in the 18th century?

Roads were largely unpoliced, allowing criminals to operate freely.

Where did most highway robbery occur?

On the heaths and commons around London, the wealthiest part of the country.