What happened in Victorian times in the year 1801?

In 1801, the United Kingdom was not yet in the Victorian era, as that period is generally considered to have begun in 1837 with Queen Victoria's accession to the throne. However, 1801 was significant as it marked the Act of Union, which united the Kingdom of Great Britain and the Kingdom of Ireland, creating the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland. This union brought political and economic changes and set the stage for the transformations that would occur during the Victorian period. Additionally, the early 19th century saw the beginnings of the Industrial Revolution, which significantly impacted society and the economy in Britain.