Emily Williamson, co-founder of the RSPB
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Feathers, Fashion, and Female Advocacy
This chapter explores the challenges and societal perceptions surrounding the campaign to protect birds from the fashion industry's exploitation of their feathers during the Victorian era. It highlights the emotional connection of RSPB co-founders, particularly Emily Williamson, while discussing the formation of alliances among women's groups that advocated for animal rights and conservation. The chapter also delves into the legislative efforts culminating in the Plumage Act and the critical role women played in advancing bird protection in Britain.
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