The Pennsylvania system was a form of imprisonment developed by the British around 1790 as an alternative to corporal punishment.

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The Pennsylvania system, also known as the separate system, was developed in the United States, specifically in Pennsylvania, not by the British. It was established in the early 19th century, focusing on solitary confinement and rehabilitation.

The Pennsylvania System Was a Form of Imprisonment Developed by the British