Description: In 19th-century Britain, the prison treadmill stood as a symbol of relentless punishment. Prisoners were forced to march for hours, powering mills or meaningless gears, enduring physical and mental torment under the guise of reform. Though eventually banned, it remains a chilling reminder of the fine line between discipline and cruelty.
Tags: History, Prison Reform, 19th Century, Treadmill Punishment, Human Rights, Historical Punishment, British History, Inhumane Practices, Social Justice, Industrial Era
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