The history of abortion in the United States

This week, National Right to Life's "Pro-Life Perspective" radio broadcast is launching a series examining the history of abortion in the United States beginning shortly before the 1973 Roe v. Wade decision. You can listen to the series here.

For a broader look at abortion history -- including abortion in 18th and 19th century America -- see Dispelling the Myths of Abortion History by Joseph W. Dellapenna, Abortion Rites: A Social History of Abortion in America by Marvin Olasky, and The Physicians' Crusade Against Abortion by Frederick N. Dyer.