3 Reasons Why Women in the 19th Century had such a low life Expectancy

Today, it the average life expectancy of a woman is expected to reach is about 83 years of age.

However, before the 20^th Century this life expectancy was much lower.

Often in researching your family history, you may discover a man who outlived two, three or even four wives.  Often he would remarry and have more children with his new wife, leading to a number of children and descendants.

So, why did women die so young?

1. Many women died in childbirth
2. Disease
3. Poor living conditions

What reasons have you found for a short life expectancy before the 20^th Century in women?