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Madame Brussels, the most legendary brothel keeper in 19th-century Melbourne, is still remembered and celebrated today. But until now, little has been known about Caroline Hodgson, the woman behind the alter ego. Born in Prussia to a working-class family, Hodgson arrived in Melbourne in 1871. Left alone when her police-officer husband was sent to work in remote Victoria, she turned her hand to running brothels.

Welcome to WIIS Brussels Voices where we strengthen and diversify female voices on international security by giving a new platform to tackle hard-hitting questions on security, defence and international security topics from Brussels bubble and beyond.Listen to our different shows and formats with topic-matter series and our regular show Women Leaders to hear women debunk key topics, because there is plenty of wise women.Brought to you by the Women in International Security Brussels Chapter (WIIS - pronouncer 'wise'). Want to learn more? Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter or Facebook for ...