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Suffragettes Treatment by Police. Cover of pamphlet, The Treatment of the Womens Deputations by the Metropolitan Police. Evidence relating to treatment of W.S.P.U members, 18th, 22nd and 23rd November 1910. Date: 1911
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Suffragettes Treatment by Police
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is the powerful title of this cover page from a 1911 pamphlet published by the Women's Social and Political Union (WSPU). The image on the cover graphically illustrates the harsh reality of the suffragettes' struggle for women's right to vote. The suffragettes, dressed in their iconic purple, white, and green colors, are shown being forcibly removed from a road by a large group of police officers. Their determined expressions and the officers' rough handling of them convey the intensity and conflict of the moment. The pamphlet, titled "The Treatment of the Womens Deputations by the Metropolitan Police," provides evidence of the violent treatment meted out to WSPU members during their peaceful protests on November 18th, 22nd, and 23rd, 1910. The document serves as a crucial historical record of the suffragettes' fight for women's suffrage and the police response to their protests. The suffragettes' campaign for the right to vote was a pivotal moment in the history of women's rights. Their militant tactics, which included protests, civil disobedience, and property damage, drew widespread attention to their cause. However, their actions also led to clashes with the police, resulting in arrests, imprisonment, and physical violence. This cover page is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the suffragettes in their quest for women's suffrage. It underscores the importance of peaceful protest and the role of activism in bringing about social change. The image and the accompanying evidence in the pamphlet serve as a testament to the courage and determination of the suffragettes and their enduring legacy in the fight for gender equality.
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