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Abortion Before Roe

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Abortion and Autonomy: A 19th Century Perspective

This chapter examines the historical context of abortion in the United States post-Civil War, focusing on the racial and gender dynamics that influenced the issue. It highlights the criminalization of abortion, the aspirations of male physicians, and the impact of Anthony Comstock's anti-birth control campaign on women's reproductive rights.

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