The Women's Social and Political Union (WSPU)

The Women's Social and Political Union (WSPU) was a British organization founded in 1903, advocating for women's suffrage—the right to vote. Led by Emmeline Pankhurst and her daughters, the WSPU employed militant tactics, including protests and civil disobedience, to draw attention to their cause. Their slogan was "Deeds, not words," emphasizing action over discussion. The WSPU played a crucial role in the suffrage movement, contributing to women over 30 gaining the right to vote in 1918, and later, equal voting rights in 1928. Their efforts significantly shaped the fight for women's rights in the UK.