History Extra podcast Tying the knot: 500 years of wedded bliss and marital misery
Apr 4, 2024
Legal historian Rebecca Probert delves into the history of marriage laws in England and Wales over 500 years. Topics include the origins of wedding vows, the evolution of divorce laws, changing dynamics of marriage commitment, and the advocacy for gender equality in property rights.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Exploring Historical Perspectives on Marriage and Social Expectations
03:52 • 3min
Evolution of Marriage Commitment Terms
06:47 • 7min
Evolution of Wedding Vows and Civil Marriages
13:40 • 9min
Historical Evolution of Divorce Laws
23:03 • 14min
Evolution of Property Rights in Marriage and Gender Equality Advocacy
37:08 • 5min