Suffragette militancy

Suffragette militancy refers to the more aggressive tactics employed by some women in the early 20th century in their fight for the right to vote, particularly in the UK. While many suffragists advocated for peaceful methods, militancy included activities like protests, hunger strikes, and civil disobedience. These actions aimed to draw attention to the suffrage cause and press the government for change. Prominent groups, like the Women’s Social and Political Union (WSPU), believed that more confrontational approaches were necessary to challenge societal norms and political indifference, ultimately contributing to the eventual legal recognition of women's voting rights.