Suffrage March Stratford on Avon 1911
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Suffrage March Stratford on Avon 1911
Suffrage March Stratford on Avon 1911. A womens suffrage procession in Stratford-upon-Avon with banners of the N.U.W.S.S from the West Midlands - Solihull, Olton, Shropshire and Birmingham. Held on 25th August, the W.S.P.U, Church League & Mens League also took part. Date: 1911
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Avon Banners Birmingham Held League Midlands Nuwss Procession Shropshire Stratford Suffrage Suffragette Suffragettes Wspu Rights Solihull
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the spirit of the Suffrage March that took place in the historic town of Stratford-upon-Avon on 25th August 1911. The women's suffrage movement, which advocated for the right to vote for women, was gaining momentum across the United Kingdom, and this procession was a powerful display of solidarity and determination. The banners held aloft by the marchers, bearing the initials N.U.W.S.S, represent the National Union of Women's Suffrage Societies from various regions, including the West Midlands, Solihull, Olton, Shropshire, and Birmingham. The W.S.P.U (Women's Social and Political Union), the Church League, and the Mens League also participated in the march, demonstrating the widespread support for women's suffrage. The sight of these women, dressed in their best attire, marching through the streets of Stratford-upon-Avon, was a bold statement against the societal norms of the time. Their unwavering commitment to securing the vote for women was a testament to their courage and resilience in the face of adversity. This photograph is an important historical record of a pivotal moment in the women's suffrage movement, and serves as a reminder of the sacrifices and struggles endured by those who fought for women's rights. The banners, bearing the names of the various suffrage societies, provide a glimpse into the grassroots organizing efforts that fueled the movement, and the diverse coalition of supporters who rallied behind the cause. The Suffrage March in Stratford-upon-Avon on 25th August 1911 was a powerful display of unity and determination, and a significant step towards achieving women's suffrage in the United Kingdom.
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