In the news1858
New silver florin introduced in 1858
In 1858, a new silver florin became the official currency in Austria, replacing the previous Convention currency.
Kleinheubach, 19 Sep 1853 – Seebenstein, 11 Oct 1927
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19 Sep 1853
Born in Kleinheubach
1878–1912
11 children are born
11 Oct 1927
Dies in Seebenstein, aged 74
He lived through 8 decades. Pick one to hear and see what it was like around Kleinheubach.
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In the news1858
In 1858, a new silver florin became the official currency in Austria, replacing the previous Convention currency.
What people wore
Children's Footwear in Rural Areas
While better-off families could afford varied clothes, children of the impoverished often went barefoot over stone and stubble during the summer months.
Getting around
Limitations of mail-coach travel
Before railways became dominant, mail-coaches reached speeds of 8 to 12.7 km/h, but their daily range was limited to around 100 kilometers due to frequent stops, meals, and border controls.
In Europe · 1859–1871Italy is unified. Garibaldi, Cavour and Victor Emmanuel joined the Italian states into one kingdom, with Rome its capital from 1871.
In the news1854
In 1854, the first mountain railway in the world was opened, connecting Vienna to the Semmering pass.
Music
Rise of male choirs and music festivals
The 19th century saw a massive surge in male choirs, known as Liedertafel, which moved from private social gatherings to public music festivals.
Daily life
Compulsory schooling and kindergarten costs
Children were required to attend school from ages six to fourteen, often carrying books in long tin satchels. In model kindergartens, families could pay fees between sixpence and three shillings a month for care and meals.