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Mrs. Ernest Seton and Suffrage group, Washington DC, 1917 (b/w photo)
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Mrs. Ernest Seton and Suffrage group, Washington DC, 1917 (b/w photo)
3964005 Mrs. Ernest Seton and Suffrage group, Washington DC, 1917 (b/w photo) by Harris & Ewing (1905-45); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grace Gallatin Seton Thompson (1872-1959) American author and suffragist, president of the Connecticut Woman Suffrage Association 1910-20.)
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1917 Academic Activism Activist Activists Association Banner Board Connecticut Enfranchisement Equal Rights Females Gown Graduate Militant Mortar Suffragettes Suffragists Vote Washington Dc Womens Rights Womens Suffrage America Continent
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This photograph captures Mrs. Ernest Seton and a suffrage group in Washington DC in 1917. The image, taken by Harris & Ewing, showcases the determination and unity of these women as they fought for their right to vote. In the center of the composition stands Mrs. Ernest Seton Thompson, an influential American author and suffragist who served as president of the Connecticut Woman Suffrage Association from 1910 to 1920. Dressed in a dignified gown, she exudes confidence and leadership. Surrounding Mrs. Seton are other dedicated activists, all wearing academic gowns that symbolize their intellectual prowess and commitment to equality. They proudly hold banners advocating for women's rights while standing together with unwavering resolve. The photograph provides a glimpse into this pivotal moment in history when women were fighting tirelessly for enfranchisement. Their activism reverberated throughout America, challenging societal norms and demanding equal representation within government. The setting is indoors, perhaps representing the closed doors that barred women from participating fully in political affairs at that time. Yet these suffragettes refused to be silenced or ignored; they used their voices to demand change. This powerful image serves as a reminder of the courage exhibited by these trailblazing females who paved the way for future generations of women seeking equality and justice. It encapsulates both the struggle faced by early feminists and their unwavering determination to secure voting rights for all women across America.
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