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Suffragette Favour Womens Suffrage
Suffragette Favour Womens Suffrage. At a meeting, a formidable looking suffragette in a Votes for Women sash, raises the arm of a man next to her. The caption reads, Will those in favour of Womens suffrage, please hold up their hands? Date: circa 1909
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Caption Favour Formidable Hands Hold Meeting Raises Reads Sash Suffrage Suffragette Suffragettes Votes Rights
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This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment in the history of the women's suffrage movement in the United Kingdom. Taken circa 1909, the image shows a formidable suffragette, dressed in the iconic "Votes for Women" sash, raising the arm of a man next to her. The caption reads, "Will those in favour of Women's suffrage, please hold up their hands?" The suffragette movement, which advocated for women's right to vote, gained significant momentum during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This photograph offers a glimpse into one of their meetings, where supporters of women's suffrage would gather to show their solidarity and commitment to the cause. The suffragette's determined expression and the man's willingness to raise his hand in support convey the growing tide of public opinion in favor of women's suffrage. The use of the sash, a symbol of the movement, adds to the visual impact of the image and underscores the importance of this moment in history. The suffragettes employed various tactics to bring attention to their cause, including peaceful protests, civil disobedience, and public speaking engagements. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into one such gathering, where the suffragettes sought to build support for their cause and bring about lasting change. The women's suffrage movement ultimately succeeded in securing the right to vote for women in the United Kingdom, with the Representation of the People Act passing in 1918. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the courage and determination of the suffragettes and the impact they had on the course of history.
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