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The Wildcat Tribune

The official student news site of Dougherty Valley High School.

The Wildcat Tribune

The official student news site of Dougherty Valley High School.

The Wildcat Tribune

The corset has symbolized both the oppression and empowerment of women throughout history.

The history behind corsets: how a piece of clothing sparked controversy, criticism and empowerment

Shreya Jagannathan and Anaisha Das February 1, 2022

Introduction The word “corset” can conjure countless images in one’s mind. Some may think of a tightly laced, organ-squishing garment worn by women in the 18th and 19th centuries to achieve an...

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