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Suffragette, Hammer Thrower
Suffragette, Hammer Thrower. The Hammer Thrower - as she was (taking part in Sport) and As she is, shrieking VFW and aiming a hammer at a shop window. Date: circa 1913
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Aiming Hammer Suffrage Suffragette Suffragettes Taking Thrower Rights Shrieking
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This photograph captures the spirit and determination of a Suffragette, balancing her dual roles as an athlete and an activist, circa 1913. The image showcases the Hammer Thrower mid-throw, her focused expression and tensed muscles conveying the intensity of her athletic performance. However, a closer look reveals the context of her rebellion. In her other hand, she clutches a hammer, not for sport, but as a weapon in her fight for women's rights. Her eyes are not on the field, but on a nearby shop window, shattered in protest. The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) emblem is visible on the window, symbolizing the organization's opposition to women's suffrage. This powerful image encapsulates the courage and resilience of the Suffragette movement, as they challenged societal norms and fought for their right to vote. The photograph is a poignant reminder of a pivotal moment in history, where athleticism and activism intersected, and women's rights were finally acknowledged.
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