Nineteenth Amendment

The Nineteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution, ratified in 1920, granted women the legal right to vote. This landmark decision was the result of decades of activism and campaigning by suffragists who fought for gender equality in voting rights. The amendment marked a significant step toward women's rights, reflecting broader social changes and the recognition that women should have an equal voice in democracy. Its passage helped pave the way for further advancements in women’s rights in the U.S. and is celebrated as a key milestone in the fight for civil rights.