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Adela Pankhurst Suffragette
Adela Pankhurst Suffragette. Miss. Adela Pankhurst (1885-1961) portrait, wearing white circular Votes for Women badge. Caption - Organiser National Womens Social and Political union. Date: circa 1908
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Adela Badge Caption Circular Organiser Pankhurst Suffrage Suffragette Suffragettes Votes Miss Rights
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This evocative portrait captures the determination and unwavering spirit of Adela Pankhurst (1885-1961), a pivotal figure in the British suffragette movement. Adela, dressed in a simple blouse and wearing a white circular "Votes for Women" badge, served as a prominent organizer for the National Women's Social and Political Union (NWSPU) during the early 1900s. The NWSPU was a militant organization that used protests, civil disobedience, and even arson to demand women's suffrage and an end to gender inequality. The date of this photograph is estimated to be around 1908, a time when the suffragette movement was gaining momentum. Adela's intense gaze and clenched fist convey a sense of resolve and defiance, reflecting the fierce commitment of the suffragettes to secure the right to vote for women. Adela Pankhurst was the younger sister of Emmeline Pankhurst, who founded the NWSPU in 1903. Adela played a significant role in the organization, leading protests, organizing demonstrations, and even serving time in prison for her activism. Her dedication to the cause earned her the nickname "The Cemented Militant," a testament to her unwavering commitment to the suffragette movement. This photograph is a powerful reminder of the courage and resilience of the suffragettes, who fought tirelessly for women's rights and suffrage in the face of opposition and adversity. It is a crucial piece of history that continues to inspire and inform our understanding of the suffragette movement and the ongoing struggle for gender equality.
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