In the late 1800s, the _______ advocated for a child involved in a severe case of child abuse.

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The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) was founded in 1866 and was one of the first organizations to advocate for the humane treatment of animals. However, its scope soon expanded to include the prevention of cruelty to children as well. In fact, the ASPCA was involved in a landmark case in 1874 where a child named Mary Ellen Wilson was rescued from severe abuse by her adoptive parents, with the help of the ASPCA. This case led to the creation of the New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children, which became the model for child protection agencies across the United States.

In the Late 1800s, the _______ Advocated for a Child