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Suffragette Edith New Peckham by-election
Suffragette Edith New Peckham by-election. Miss. Edith New addressing on open-air meeting at the Peckham by-election, held in March, 1908. Date: 1908
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This photograph captures the determination and passion of Suffragette Edith New as she addresses an open-air meeting during the Peckham by-election of 1908. Edith New, a prominent figure in the women's suffrage movement, is seen standing confidently before an engaged crowd, her fiery gaze fixed on the horizon. The by-election, held in March of that year, was a significant moment in the fight for women's suffrage in the United Kingdom. The Suffragettes, led by the Women's Social and Political Union (WSPU), were a militant organization that employed various tactics to draw attention to their cause. The movement believed that women deserved the right to vote, and they were willing to make their voices heard through peaceful protests, as well as more radical actions. Edith New, a committed suffragette, was a regular speaker at such meetings, using her eloquence and charisma to inspire and mobilize her audience. The open-air setting of this meeting in Peckham reflects the grassroots nature of the suffrage movement, with women and men gathered together to listen, learn, and take action. This photograph is a powerful reminder of the courage and perseverance of the suffragettes, who fought tirelessly for women's rights and paved the way for future generations. The Peckham by-election of 1908 was just one of many milestones in the long and arduous journey towards women's suffrage, which was finally achieved in 1928 with the passage of the Representation of the People Act. This photograph is a testament to the enduring power of activism and the indomitable spirit of those who dare to challenge the status quo.
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