Suffragette hunger strikes

Suffragette hunger strikes occurred during the early 20th century when women fighting for the right to vote were imprisoned. To protest being detained, many women refused to eat, risking their health and lives. Authorities initially responded by force-feeding them, which was controversial and increased public sympathy for their cause. The hunger strikes drew widespread attention to women's suffrage, highlighting the depth of their commitment. Eventually, government changes led to the release of hunger-striking women and the enactment of voting rights for women, making these protests a powerful symbol of activism and perseverance.