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The advent of women at the polls, 1929
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The advent of women at the polls, 1929
Two sophisticated and fashionable ladies in heels, cloche hats and fur trimmed coats alight from a taxi at a polling station where they will vote for the first time in the General Election of May 1929. This image was accompanied by a caption which may be either humorous, or misogynistically sceptical, but it refers to several ladies who died after the mentally and phyically overwhelming effort of casting their vote! Date: 1929
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A New Era of Political Power: The Exhilarating Vote of 1929 In this image from the annals of history, two elegant and stylish women, adorned in fashionable cloche hats, fur-trimmed coats, and heels, gracefully alight from a taxi at their local polling station. The year is 1929, and for the first time in their lives, they are about to exercise their newly-gained right to vote in the General Election. The excitement and anticipation are palpable as these sophisticated ladies prepare to make their voices heard. The air is filled with the promise of a new era, one in which women would finally have a say in the political landscape. But little did they know, the simple act of casting a vote would prove to be more mentally and physically overwhelming than they had ever imagined. Several reports from the day suggest that, after the intense concentration and effort required to make their choices, some ladies were even fainting at the polls! The thrill of participating in the democratic process, combined with the fashionable yet impractical footwear and attire, made for an unforgettable experience. Despite the challenges, these women persevered, determined to make their mark on history. Their courage and resilience paved the way for future generations to continue the fight for equality and political representation. This image stands as a testament to their determination and the indomitable spirit of the women's suffrage movement.
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