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Maud Roosevelt, suffragette
Maud Elliott Roosevelt, niece of ex-President Theodore Roosevelt, pictured holding the star-spangled banner (American stars and stripes flag) which she carried at a suffragette procession in July 1910. Date: 1910
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This evocative photograph captures Maud Elliott Roosevelt, a courageous and dedicated suffragette, proudly bearing the Star-Spangled Banner during a suffragette procession in July 1910. Maud, the niece of former President Theodore Roosevelt, was a key figure in the women's suffrage movement in America. Her unwavering commitment to the cause is evident in this powerful image, as she carries the flag with grace and determination. The Edwardian era, characterized by its opulence and rigid social norms, was a time when women's rights were largely overlooked. However, the suffragettes, led by trailblazers like Maud, refused to be silenced. They took to the streets in demonstrations, demanding the right to vote and challenging the patriarchal society of the time. The Star-Spangled Banner, a symbol of American patriotism and freedom, held great significance for the suffragettes. By carrying the flag, Maud and her fellow suffragettes were making a bold statement: they were not only patriotic Americans, but they believed that their cause was in line with the values of liberty and equality that the flag represented. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and determination of the suffragettes, who fought tirelessly for women's suffrage. It is a testament to their unwavering commitment to the cause and their belief in the power of collective action to bring about change. The image of Maud Roosevelt, a brave and dedicated suffragette, carrying the Star-Spangled Banner, is a powerful symbol of the suffrage movement and an important piece of American history.
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