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Is your Wife a Suffragette?
Is your Wife a Suffragette?. A man struggles to deal with the family wash and puffs and pants trying to use the mangle. Implies that the wife is off campaigning and is neglecting her duties! Date: circa 1909
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Media ID 14162021
© The March of the Women Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Campaigning Deal Duties Mangle Pants Puffs Struggles Suffrage Suffragette Suffragettes Wash Neglecting Rights
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Estimated Product Size is 40cm x 40cm (15.7" x 15.7")
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Is Your Wife a Suffragette?": A Thought-Provoking Image from the Suffrage Era This intriguing photograph, titled "Is Your Wife a Suffragette?", captures a man's struggle to manage household chores in the absence of his wife. Dated circa 1909, this image speaks volumes about the suffrage movement and the changing roles of women during this period. The man in the photograph is seen puffing and panting as he attempts to use the mangle, a large, labor-intensive device used to wring out wet laundry. The implication is clear: his wife is off campaigning for women's suffrage, leaving him to deal with the family wash and other household duties. The suffragette movement, which advocated for women's right to vote, gained significant momentum during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Women's activism took many forms, from peaceful protests and marches to more militant actions, such as window-breaking and arson. This image, with its humorous yet poignant commentary on gender roles, serves as a reminder of the sacrifices and challenges faced by both women and men during this pivotal time in history. The suffragette movement ultimately succeeded in securing the right to vote for women in many countries, including the United States and the United Kingdom. Today, we continue to build upon the progress made by these trailblazing women and men, striving for gender equality in all aspects of life. This photograph, with its compelling narrative and historical significance, offers a unique glimpse into the past and serves as a reminder of the power of activism and the enduring impact of the suffrage movement.
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