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French suffragettes invading a polling station and attempting to remove a ballot box (colour litho)
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French suffragettes invading a polling station and attempting to remove a ballot box (colour litho)
2779400 French suffragettes invading a polling station and attempting to remove a ballot box (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: French suffragettes invading a polling station and attempting to remove a ballot box. L action feministe. Les suffragettes envahissent une section de vote ets emparent de l urne electorale. Illustration for Le Petit Journal, 17 May 1908.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 25493484
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Ballot Box Democracy Election Equality Feminism Feminists Polling Station Protest Removing Sexual Equality Suffrage Suffragettes Universal Suffrage Votes Votes For Women Womens Rights Direct Action
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This print captures a pivotal moment in history as French suffragettes fearlessly invade a polling station, determined to remove the ballot box. The color lithograph, created by an anonymous 20th-century French artist, showcases the powerful act of direct action taken by these brave women. The image portrays the fervent struggle for universal suffrage and sexual equality that defined the feminist movement at the time. Published in Le Petit Journal on May 17,1908, this illustration serves as a visual testament to the unwavering determination of these suffragettes. Their protest symbolizes their fight for political representation and women's rights within a democratic society. With their actions, they challenge societal norms and demand equality at all levels of politics. The presence of the ballot box emphasizes its significance as a symbol of power and democracy. By attempting to remove it from the polling station, these courageous feminists aim to disrupt traditional gender roles and pave the way for future generations of women seeking political empowerment. This historic photograph is not only an important reminder of France's progressive past but also highlights how far we have come in terms of gender equality. It stands as a tribute to those who fought tirelessly for votes for women and continues to inspire contemporary movements advocating for equal rights worldwide.
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