The fight against abortion has a long history, predating the 1973 Roe v. Wade decision. Church fathers taught the value of life from the earliest days, citing biblical passages such as Exodus 21:23-25 and Psalm 139:13.

Theologian Tertullian described abortion as a violent act as early as AD 200. The church has historically cared for vulnerable populations, including orphans and widows, in contrast to societal norms that often discarded unborn children. Further details on the history of abortion are available, including its rise in America prior to the Civil War.

More information can be found in resources such as The Story of Abortion in America, which explores the growth of urbanization and prostitution leading to an increase in abortions during this time period.