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Legal rights for women expanded in Europe and the United States during the 19th century since women became more likely to win custody of children after a divorce.
From 1861 – 1911 the number of successful divorces rose from 141 to 801 (respectively).
Child custody is a legal term which refers to guardianship which is used to describe the legal and practical relationship between a parent or guardian and a child in that person's care. Child custody consists of legal custody, which is the right to make decisions about the child, and physical custody, which is the right and duty to house, provide and care for the child.