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Suffragette Flora Drummond. Suffragette Flora Drummond (1878-1949) also known as The General speaking from a horse-drawn W.S.P.U carriage, around the time of the Conspiracy Trial and arrests. Date: 1912
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This powerful image captures Suffragette Flora Drummond, also known as "The General," delivering a passionate speech from a horse-drawn W.S.P.U (Women's Social and Political Union) carriage during a pivotal moment in the fight for women's suffrage in 1912. Flora Drummond (1878-1949), a prominent figure in the suffragette movement, is shown with unwavering determination as she addresses the crowd, her words amplified by the bullhorn. The backdrop of the horse-drawn carriage adds to the sense of defiance and resistance. This photograph was taken around the time of the Conspiracy Trial and arrests, a significant turning point in the suffragette campaign. The Conspiracy Trials were a series of court cases against over 100 suffragettes, including Flora Drummond, who were charged with various offenses related to their militant activism. These trials brought widespread attention to the suffrage cause and helped galvanize public support. Flora Drummond's courage and commitment to the suffragette movement were unwavering, and she continued to be an active campaigner even after her release from prison. This image serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and struggles endured by the suffragettes in their quest for women's suffrage, which was finally achieved in the UK in 1928. This photograph is an important historical document, offering a glimpse into a pivotal moment in the fight for women's rights and suffrage. It is a testament to the resilience and determination of the suffragettes and their leaders, such as Flora Drummond, who played a crucial role in securing the right to vote for women in the UK.
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