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Suffragette Boat Advertising Womens Exhibition
Suffragette Boat Advertising Womens Exhibition. The suffragettes Dreadnought steam launch on the River Thames, with banners advertising the Womens Exhibition, May 13th-26th 1909. Date: 1909
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This evocative photograph captures the Suffragette Dreadnought steam launch on the River Thames in 1909, an iconic moment in the history of the women's suffrage movement in the United Kingdom. The boat, adorned with banners promoting the Women's Exhibition, sails proudly on the water, reflecting the determination and unwavering spirit of the suffragettes. The Women's Exhibition, held from May 13th to 26th, 1909, was a groundbreaking event organized by the Women's Social and Political Union (WSPU) to showcase the achievements of women in various fields and to raise awareness for the cause of women's suffrage. The Suffragettes, led by Emmeline Pankhurst and her daughters, used innovative and bold tactics to demand the right to vote, including protests, marches, and hunger strikes. The Suffragette Dreadnought, named after the powerful battleship of the time, was a symbol of the movement's strength and resilience. The boat was used to transport suffragettes to various protests and events, including the Women's Exhibition. The banners on the boat, which read "Women's Exhibition, May 13th-26th, 1909," served as a powerful advertisement for the event and helped to attract thousands of visitors. This photograph is a testament to the courage and tenacity of the suffragettes and their unwavering commitment to securing women's rights. It is a reminder of a pivotal moment in history when women came together to demand the fundamental right to vote and to be heard. The Women's Exhibition was a significant step towards achieving this goal, and the Suffragette Dreadnought steam launch on the River Thames remains an enduring symbol of the suffrage movement and the progress that has been made since.
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