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The transport of food was difficult in the early 19th century.

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The given statement is true.
During the period of colonisation, the transport sector developed. They lay faster railways, lighter wagons, and large ships to facilitate the movement of their goods and people. It quickly reaches its faraway destination from the farm. But then also transportation of food, especially meat, was a concern. The animals for meat were shipped from America to Europe, and then, there, it was slaughtered. But transporting animals was not an easy task. First, it took up ample space on the ship. Second, many die during the voyage due to illness, loss of weight, or becoming unfit to eat. All these reasons made meat a luxury only affordable for the rich in society

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