Inspectresses
Inspectresses is a term that has been used historically to denote women who held official positions of inspection, often related to social welfare, public health, or factory conditions. The role of an inspectress typically involved ensuring compliance with regulations and laws designed to protect specific populations, such as women and children, or to maintain standards in particular industries. These positions emerged as a response to the growing awareness of social problems and the need for oversight in areas previously unaddressed by formal governmental structures.
The duties of an inspectress could vary widely depending on the specific field. In factory settings, they