In today's eye-opening video, we delve into a bizarre and troubling piece of history: a London bylaw from 1895 that made wife beating illegal only between the hours of 10 PM and 7 AM. This shocking law highlights the disturbing attitudes towards domestic violence during the Victorian era, where such violence was not only tolerated but seemingly permissible during the day.

Join us as we explore the social context of this bylaw, the implications it had for women’s rights, and how it reflects the broader societal norms of the time. We’ll discuss the historical attitudes toward marriage, violence, and the legal system's role in protecting—or failing to protect—women.

Key Topics Covered:

The context and reasoning behind the 1895 London bylaw
Public perception of domestic violence in the 19th century
The evolution of laws concerning domestic abuse and women's rights
This video seeks to shed light on a painful aspect of history, encouraging understanding and discussion about the progress we’ve made and the work that still lies ahead.

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