Suffragettes: Images Of The The National Archives

The suffragette movement was a historic struggle for women's right to vote. It was a long and difficult battle, but it was ultimately successful. Women in the United Kingdom finally won the right to vote in 1928.

Suffragettes (Images of the The National Archives)

by Ron Suskind

4 out of 5

Language	:	English
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The National Archives holds a vast collection of images from the suffragette movement. These images provide a unique glimpse into the lives of the women who fought for the vote. They show the courage and determination of these women, as well as the challenges they faced.

The images in this collection are a powerful reminder of the struggle for women's rights. They are a reminder of the sacrifices that were made by suffragettes, and of the importance of their victory.

A Timeline of the Suffragette Movement

• 1866: The first women's suffrage petition is presented to Parliament.
• 1867: The National Society for Women's Suffrage is founded.
• 1869: The first women's suffrage bill is introduced in Parliament.
• 1870: The Married Women's Property Act is passed, giving women the right to own property.
• 1884: The Representation of the People Act is passed, giving women the right to vote in local elections.
• 1903: The Women's Social and Political Union (WSPU) is founded.
• 1905: The WSPU begins campaigning for women's suffrage using militant tactics.
• 1907: The first women's suffrage demonstration is held in London.
• 1908: The Women's Freedom League is founded.
• 1909: The Women's Social and Political Union adopts a policy of civil disobedience.
• 1910: The first women's suffrage hunger strike is held.
• 1911: The Parliament Act is passed, giving women the right to vote in general elections.
• 1914: World War I begins.
• 1918: The Representation of the People Act is passed, giving women the right to vote in general elections.
• 1928: The Equal Franchise Act is passed, giving women the same voting rights as men.

The Suffragettes in Pictures

The images in this collection provide a glimpse into the lives of the women who fought for the vote. They show the courage and determination of these women, as well as the challenges they faced.

This image shows a group of suffragettes marching in a parade. The women are carrying banners and placards, and they are dressed in white. The image is a powerful reminder of the determination of the suffragettes.

This image shows a suffragette being arrested by a policeman. The woman is being held by two policemen, and she is struggling against them. The image is a reminder of the sacrifices that were made by suffragettes. They were often arrested and jailed for their beliefs.

This image shows a suffragette force-feeding a hunger striker. The woman is being held down by two other suffragettes, and she is being forced to drink a liquid. The image is a reminder of the extreme measures that the suffragettes were willing to take to achieve their goals.

The Legacy of the Suffragettes

The suffragettes won the right to vote for women in the United Kingdom in 1928. This was a major victory for the women's rights movement. It was a victory that was won through the courage and determination of the women who fought for it.

The legacy of the suffragettes is still felt today. They are an inspiration to all who fight for justice and equality.

The suffragette movement was a long and difficult struggle, but it was ultimately successful. Women in the United Kingdom finally won the right to vote in 1928. The images in this collection are a powerful reminder of the struggle for women's rights. They are a reminder of the sacrifices that were made by suffragettes, and of the importance of their victory.

Suffragettes (Images of the The National Archives)

by Ron Suskind

4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	17066 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	94 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Paperback	:	92 pages
Item Weight	:	4.8 ounces
Dimensions	:	6 x 0.21 x 9 inches

FREE