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Suffragette Arson St. Leonards. A fireman examines damage to the dining room of Leveleigh in St. Leonards, Sussex, the object of an arson attack, by militant suffragettes, 15th April, 1913. Date: 1913
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Suffragette Arson at Leveleigh, St. Leonards, Sussex, 15th April 1913: A Historical Moment in the Fight for Women's Rights This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment in the history of the women's suffrage movement in the United Kingdom. The image shows a fireman carefully examining the damage caused by an arson attack on the dining room of Leveleigh, a residence in St. Leonards, Sussex. The incident occurred on 15th April 1913 and was the work of militant suffragettes, who were determined to raise awareness and pressure the government for women's right to vote. The suffragette movement, which had gained momentum since the late 19th century, employed various tactics to bring attention to their cause. Peaceful protests, marches, and hunger strikes were common methods, but more radical elements within the movement resorted to arson and other forms of property damage. The attack on Leveleigh was one such incident, which caused extensive damage to the property. The suffragettes' actions were not without consequence, as they faced harsh punishment, including imprisonment and force-feeding. Their determination and sacrifices ultimately paid off, as women in the UK were granted the right to vote in 1918, albeit with certain restrictions. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the courage and resilience of the suffragettes and the pivotal role they played in securing women's right to vote.
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