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The cult of Domesticity

In the 19th century, women faced limited options. Prevailing customs demanded that women restrict their activities after marriage to the home and family. housework and child care were considered the only proper activities for married women. Later that tradition became known as the cult of domesticity.

A woman's role was to take care of the children which is portrayed in the photo.

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Jordan Ndansi

By Jordan Ndansi

The Age of Change: Reform Movements of the 1830's

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