During the Antebellum (pre-civil war) temperance movement, this group was key in fighting for it.

Women

Explanation:

Temperance movement is a form of civil movement that is oppose the widespread and increased consumption of alcoholic drinks. While there are many groups created to support the temperance movement, Women were known to be very crucial in temperance and abolitionist movements most specifically in the 1840s. This was evident with over 24 organizations created by women, in which the likes of Amelia Bloomer, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, and Susan B. Anthony were prominent.

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women in ancient egypt had many legal rights, including the right to own property and businesses.