The number one cause of death in Britain in the 19th century was which of the following?

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Tuberculosis (TB) was the number one cause of death in 19th century Britain, particularly among the urban poor. It was responsible for a quarter of all deaths and had a high mortality rate, particularly in crowded living conditions. It wasn't until the 20th century that the introduction of antibiotics began to significantly reduce the number of deaths from this disease.

The Number One Cause of Death in Britain in the 19th