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Never Marry a Suffragette My Boy
Never Marry a Suffragette My Boy. Old gentleman wears a top hat with VFW placard in purple, white and green. He looks over his pince nez and advises, Never Marry a Suffragette my Boy! Date: circa 1910
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Advises Gentleman Marry Pince Placard Purple Suffrage Suffragette Suffragettes Wears Rights
EDITORS COMMENTS
This vintage photograph captures the essence of a bygone era, as an old gentleman, dressed in a top hat adorned with a Purple, White, and Green Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) placard, offers a stern warning to a young boy. The date on this image is estimated to be around 1910, a time when the women's suffrage movement was gaining significant momentum in the United States. The suffragettes, as these activists were known, were fighting for the right to vote, and their determination was not lost on the general public. The old gentleman's stern expression and the ominous caption, "Never Marry a Suffragette My Boy!" convey the deep-rooted fear and resistance that many men held towards the women's suffrage movement. The suffragettes were often met with hostility and ridicule, making their fight for equality an uphill battle. Despite the challenges, the suffragettes persevered, and their efforts paid off. In 1920, the 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution was ratified, granting women the right to vote. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the determination and courage of the suffragettes, and the significant impact they had on American history. The use of the VFW placard in the photograph adds an interesting layer to the image, as it highlights the intersection of the women's suffrage movement and the broader social and political context of the time. Overall, this photograph is a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a unique perspective on a pivotal moment in American history.
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