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Suffragette W. S. P. U Badge Emmeline Pankhurst
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Suffragette W. S. P. U Badge Emmeline Pankhurst
Celluloid badge or button with a photograph portrait of Mrs. Emmeline Pankhurst, (made by Merchants Portrait Co.) for the Womens Social & Political Union. Date: circa 1908
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This celluloid badge showcases a photograph portrait of Emmeline Pankhurst, the pioneering British suffragette leader who dedicated her life to securing women's right to vote. The badge, manufactured by the Merchants Portrait Co., was produced circa 1908 for the Women's Social and Political Union (WSPU), an organization that Pankhurst founded to spearhead the suffrage movement through militant protests and civil disobedience. Emblazoned with Pankhurst's striking image, the badge served as a symbol of unity and determination for the suffragettes, who wore them proudly as a testament to their commitment to the cause. The use of celluloid material for the badge was innovative at the time, making it a durable and eye-catching accessory. The Women's Social and Political Union, under Pankhurst's leadership, employed various tactics to draw attention to their demands for women's suffrage. Their militant actions, which included window-breaking, arson, and hunger strikes, gained widespread media coverage and ultimately contributed to the passage of the Representation of the People Act in 1918, which granted some women the right to vote. This historical artifact provides a tangible connection to an important chapter in the fight for women's rights and suffrage, offering a glimpse into the resilience and determination of the suffragettes who paved the way for future generations to enjoy the political freedoms we have today.
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