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The outbreak of the Civil War brought women into the forefront of society, both as nurses and representatives of their absent husbands at home. Furthermore, abolition brought all African-American women into free society. Strength in Numbers explores the effects of war on women of all ethnicities, as well as the growth of suffrage and women's involvement in the exploration of the West

In the 19th century, the duality of the role of women in society became increasingly obvious. Women became more active in the public sphere, while the "cult of true womanhood" tried to restore her to her traditional domestic sphere. Early feminists active in the abolition movement increasingly began to compare women's situation with the plight of African-American slaves. Women Claim the Vote explores the development and growth of these viewpoints in the decades leading up to the Civil War

Cover -- Title -- Copyright -- Contents -- Introduction Real-life case study -- Chapter 1 What are privacy and surveillance? -- Chapter 2 In the privacy of your own home -- Chapter 3 Schools under surveillance -- Chapter 4 Watched at work -- Chapter 5 Privacy and the media -- Chapter 6 On the streets: surveillance to prevent crime -- Chapter 7 Crime prevention behind the scenes -- Chapter 8 Privacy and surveillance in the future -- Timeline -- Glossary -- Further reading -- Index

The background, history and key events of conflicts are presented. Different opinions, including views found in the media, are explored alongside factual accounts of events. Readers are encouraged to think about their own views and discuss controversial topics.