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Anti-Suffrage Cartoon Votes for Women
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Anti-Suffrage Cartoon Votes for Women
A girl sneaks in to the offices of the militant suffragettes to see piles of newspapers, hammers, whips and stones. All part of the W.S.P.Us arsenal. Books for reference include, Laws and how to break them, and Foxes Book of Martyrs ! Date: 1912
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Arsenal Break Foxes Hammers Include Laws Martyrs Militant Newspapers Offices Piles Reference Stones Suffrage Suffragette Suffragettes Whips Wspus Rights
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In this compelling and thought-provoking image from 1912, a young girl clandestinely enters the offices of the militant suffragettes, an influential and radical faction of the Women's Suffrage Movement. The suffragettes, known for their aggressive tactics and unwavering commitment to securing the right to vote for women, have amassed an impressive arsenal in their quest for change. Piles of newspapers and books dominate the scene, with titles like "Laws and how to break them" and "Foxes Book of Martyrs" indicating the group's determination to challenge the existing legal framework and draw inspiration from the sacrifices of those who came before them. The presence of hammers, whips, and stones suggests the physical force and resistance that characterized the militant suffragettes' approach to activism. This image serves as a powerful reminder of the tenacity and courage of the suffragettes, who refused to be silenced or marginalized in their pursuit of women's rights. The girl's furtive glance and the serious expression on her face underscore the significance of the moment and the weight of the cause she is witnessing. This photograph, from the extensive collection of historical images at Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a captivating glimpse into a pivotal moment in the history of the Women's Suffrage Movement.
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