The 'Mines Act of 1842' in Britain was significant because it:
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Correct answer: Prohibited all females and boys under ten from working underground
The act was passed after a royal commission exposed the 'immorality' and danger of women and children working in the pits. It was one of the most significant pieces of legislation in removing children from the most dangerous industrial environments.
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