Suffragettes

Suffragettes were activists in the late 19th and early 20th centuries who campaigned for women's right to vote, primarily in the UK and the US. They believed that women should have equal political rights to men. The movement often used direct action, including protests and civil disobedience, to draw attention to their cause. Prominent figures included Emmeline Pankhurst and her daughters, who founded the Women’s Social and Political Union (WSPU). Their efforts were instrumental in eventually securing voting rights for women, marking a significant advancement in gender equality and democratic participation.