Why did chimney sweeps primarily work with children?
Frequently Asked Question about the extinct profession: Chimney Sweep
Chimney sweeps primarily employed children due to their small size, which allowed them to fit into narrow flues and clean chimneys effectively. Additionally, children were cheaper to hire than adults, and the lack of labor laws at the time made it easy for employers to exploit them. This practice was common in the 18th and 19th centuries.