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Two suffragettes signing a petition
Two suffragettes signing a petition for womens suffrage to be presented to the Prime Minister Herbert Asquith, following the conclusion of a Womens March from Edinburgh to London Date: 1912
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This powerful image captures the determination and resilience of two suffragettes as they sign a petition for women's suffrage following the conclusion of a historic march from Edinburgh to London in 1912. The women, dressed in their suffragette colors of purple and green, are deeply focused on their task, their expressions conveying a sense of urgency and importance. The petition, once signed, would be presented to Prime Minister Herbert Asquith, a pivotal figure in the fight for women's suffrage in the United Kingdom. The march, which attracted thousands of participants, was a significant moment in the suffrage movement, bringing attention to the cause and galvanizing support for women's right to vote. The year was 1912, and the struggle for women's suffrage was far from over, but moments like these served as crucial steps forward in the long journey towards achieving gender equality. This poignant photograph is a testament to the courage and perseverance of the suffragettes, and a reminder of the progress that has been made since then.
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