Pistols provided women with a sense of security from "summary" of Pistols and Petticoats by Erika Janik
For many women in the 1800s, owning a pistol was more than just a means of protection—it was a source of empowerment. In a society where women were often seen as fragile and dependent, pistols provided them with a sense of agency and control over their own safety. With a pistol by their side, women felt more confident in their ability to defend themselves in a time when law enforcement was either non-existent or unreliable. The mere presence of a pistol in a woman's possession served as a deterrent to potential threats. Criminals, knowing that women were armed, were less likely to target them, as they were aware that their intended victim was capable of fighting back. This sense of security allowed women to move more freely and fearlessly in a world that was often dangerous and unpredictable. Furthermore, pistols provided women with a sense of independence and self-reliance. Instead of relying on men for protection, women could take matters into their own hands and defend themselves if...
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