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The History of Drag Queens

Betwixt The Sheets: The History of Sex, Scandal & Society

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The Evolution of Drag Culture: From War Zones to Theatrical Stages

Exploring the historical significance of drag performances during wartime, post-war popularity, challenges in researching historical drag performers, and the evolving societal attitudes towards drag in theater and society. The chapter also delves into the historical censorship of drag shows by the Lord Chamberlain's office and the cyclical nature of attitudes towards drag throughout history.

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