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Suffragette Toy Votes for Women
Suffragette Toy Votes for Women. A suffragette with votes for women flag is pushed along by a policeman in this ingenious mechanical toy. A pneumatic ball and tube make the figures move in a lifelike manner. Ready for the Christmas 1908 market. Date: circa 1908
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Ball Figures Ingenious Manner Mechanical Move Pneumatic Policeman Pushed Ready Suffrage Suffragette Suffragettes Tube Votes Lifelike Rights
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This intriguing photograph captures an early 20th century mechanical toy, titled "Suffragette Toy Votes for Women," which offers a unique glimpse into the historical context of the women's suffrage movement in England. The toy features a determined suffragette, carrying a "Votes for Women" flag, being pushed along by a policeman. The lifelike movement of the figures is achieved through a pneumatic ball and tube system, adding an element of realism to the scene. The toy, believed to have been produced around 1908, was likely intended as a conversation starter or educational tool for children during the holiday season. The suffragette movement, which advocated for women's right to vote, gained significant momentum during this time, with protests, marches, and public campaigns becoming more frequent and widespread. This toy, with its poignant message and ingenious design, serves as a reminder of the important role that toys and playthings can have in shaping our understanding of history and the world around us.
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