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As winter sets in, the three farm dwellers must look further afield to earn money. Peter and Alex fish for crabs while Ruth hires herself out for domestic work. Ruth rides a bicycle and tries period cleaning techniques, including early vacuum cleaners. They separate growing calves from their mothers. Peter finds out how leather is made. They celebrate Christmas modestly, as poor farmers might have, and listen to a Methodist Christmas message. 💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member benefits! 📺

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Can We Survive On A 1900s Farm During Winter?
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Society
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59 minutes
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English

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