Pankhursts Collection

Suffragette Pankhurst Manchester Docks. Mrs. Pankhurst stands in the dock, resplendent in picture hat and votes for women sash. A reference to the fact that the Pankhursts hailed from Manchester

Suffragette Militant Arrested Mary Phillips. A woman, flanked by two policemen, with mounted officer in front, is led down a London Street

C. Pankhurst as Baby
Emmeline with baby daughter Christabel (born 22 September 1880), taken in Manchester

A meeting of the WSPU, c. 1907 (b/w photo)
XJF417399 A meeting of the WSPU, c.1907 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Women's Social and Political Union; from l-r)

Christabel Pankhurst self-exiled in Paris 1912
Christabel Pankhurst (1880 - 1958), British suffragette, photographed buying a newspaper in Paris, following the discovery of her whereabouts after she left London six months before to avoid arrest

Christabel Pankhurst (1880 - 1958), British suffragette, in Montmartre, Paris, after being forced to leave London for fear of arrest

Suffragettes in wax: a cabinet meeting of the militant ladies who seek the vote. The figures of Emmeline and Christabel Pankhurst, Emmeline Pethwick Lawrence and Annie Kenny

W. S. P. U Handbill Mrs. Pankhurst Arrested
W.S.P.U Handbill Mrs. Pankhurst Arrested. Handbill, given out at an unnamed theatre, reports on Mrs. Pankhursts re-arrest on her arrival from America

Suffragette Deputation June 1909 Programme
A souvenir and programme announcing the Deputation to the Prime Minister, Asquith, at the House of Commons on Tuesday June 29th, 1909, at 8 p.m

Pankhursts Go to USA
CHRISTABEL sees her mother EMMELINE off to America

The Pankhursts
Suffragettes. A photo of Emmeline Pankhurst and her daughter Christabel, leaders of the physical-force party in the votes-for-women campaign

Pankhursts & Friends
EMMELINE & CHRISTABEL PANKHURST. Shown here with friends in the garden of their home in Manchester, circa 1898

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"Pankhursts: A Legacy of Courage and Determination" The Pankhursts, a name synonymous with the suffragette movement, left an indelible mark on history. Born in Manchester, Emmeline Pankhurst became the face of women's fight for equality. Her unwavering determination led her to establish the Women's Social and Political Union (WSPU), a militant organization that fought tirelessly for women's suffrage. In 1907, a powerful black and white photograph captured a historic moment - a meeting of the WSPU. The faces in this image reflect both hope and defiance as these brave women strategized their next move towards securing voting rights for all. Handbills circulated widely announcing Mrs. Pankhurst's arrest, showcasing her willingness to sacrifice personal freedom for the cause she believed in so passionately. Mary Phillips' arrest further exemplified the lengths suffragettes were willing to go to achieve their goals. These courageous individuals faced imprisonment, violence, and public condemnation but remained steadfast in their pursuit of justice. Even as a baby, Christabel Pankhurst was destined for greatness. Little did anyone know that this innocent child would grow up to be one of the most influential figures in the suffragette movement. However, it was not without sacrifice; self-exiled in Paris during 1912 due to increasing pressure from authorities. A cabinet meeting depicted through wax figures showcases how these militant ladies united behind their common purpose – gaining equal voting rights for women across Britain. Their unity was unbreakable despite facing immense opposition from society at large. In June 1909, Suffragette Deputation took center stage as Annie Kenney fearlessly represented thousands of voices demanding change outside Parliament walls. This event marked another milestone on the path towards gender equality. To empower more women politically, "A. B. C of Politics" provided guidance and knowledge necessary for aspiring female politicians who aimed to challenge the status quo.