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Many medieval cities established licensed brothels to control public order and generate tax revenue.
The modern era is defined by the tension between abolition and harm reduction. The History of Prostitution
In recent decades, countries like the Netherlands and Germany legalized sex work to improve safety. Others, like Sweden, adopted the "Nordic Model," which decriminalizes the seller but penalizes the buyer. adopted the "Nordic Model
By the late 15th century, the Reformation’s focus on morality and the devastating outbreak of syphilis led to the closure of most public stews (brothels) across Europe. The 18th and 19th Centuries: The Era of Control The Victorian era saw a move toward "moral reform." The History of Prostitution