Context Flashcards
1
Q
Around 1860, what was of particular concern?
A
Venereal disease, especially army bases
2
Q
What institutions were permitted around army bases?
A
Brothels
3
Q
What restrictions were in place for becoming a soldier and also once you were a soldier?
A
Not allowed to be married and homosexual acts were illegal
4
Q
What was the main thought of how to prevent these disease?
A
Legislation was thought to be the best way to prevent them from spreading due to Florence Nightingales success previously.
