WSPU (Women’s Social and Political Union)

The Women’s Social and Political Union (WSPU) was a British women's suffrage organization founded in 1903 by Emmeline Pankhurst and her daughters. It aimed to secure voting rights for women through militant activism, using tactics such as protests, hunger strikes, and public demonstrations. The WSPU was known for its radical approach and slogan "Deeds, not words." It played a significant role in raising awareness about women's rights and influenced public opinion, contributing to the eventual granting of voting rights to women in the UK. The organization emphasized the importance of women's political participation in a democratic society.