Utah Women's Suffrage Movement

The Utah Women’s Suffrage Movement was part of the broader fight for women’s rights in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. In 1870, Utah became the second territory in the nation to grant women the right to vote. This was influenced by the territory's unique social dynamics and the leadership of women in the community. However, in 1887, the federal government revoked this right to suppress the power of the Mormon church. Women regained voting rights in 1896 when Utah became a state, making them part of the ongoing national struggle for gender equality.