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Sex Work in Victorian London

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

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Regulating Prostitution: Military Policies and Feminist Backlash

This chapter explores the historical ties between the military and prostitution in Victorian London, focusing on the management of syphilis among soldiers. It highlights the unjust measures against women in sex work, critiques gender inequality, and discusses a feminist movement advocating for the repeal of oppressive laws.

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