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Suffragette W. S. P. U Regalia Flag
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Suffragette W. S. P. U Regalia Flag
A W.S.P.U flag or pennant in purple, white and green silk. At one end is a square additional section (24cm x 24cm) in cream silk with beautifully embroidered laurel wreath with purple ribbon bow at the bottom. The letters W.S.P.U are embroidered in alternate purple and green thread, each with gold thread surrounding the letters. In the centre are scales of justice. A piece designed for the demonstration of 23rd July 1910 and specifically for the West Procession. Edith Craig and Laurence Housman devised a Roman theme for this element copying the SPQR seen on Roman standards. They envisaged hundreds of clustered standards and fluttering pennons on the marches route. Date: 1910
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23rd Additional Alternate Beautifully Bottom Cream Demonstration Embroidered Justice Laurel Letters Pennant Piece Purple Regalia Ribbon Scales Section Silk Suffrage Suffragette Suffragettes Surrounding Thread Wreath Wspu Designed Rights
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1. Title: "A Symbol of Women's Suffrage: The W.S.P.U Regalia Flag from the 1910 Suffragette Procession" This photograph showcases an original W.S.P.U (Women's Social and Political Union) regalia flag from the historic suffragette procession on July 23, 1910. The flag, crafted in silk, is a stunning blend of purple, white, and green hues, symbolizing loyalty, purity, and hope, respectively. At one end, a square additional section, measuring 24cm x 24cm, is embroidered in cream silk. This section features a beautifully crafted laurel wreath, encircled by a purple ribbon bow at the bottom. The letters W.S.P.U are meticulously embroidered in alternate purple and green threads, each surrounded by gold thread for added elegance. In the flag's center, the scales of justice are emblazoned, symbolizing the balance that suffragettes sought in the political arena. This design was specifically created for the West Procession, with Edith Craig and Laurence Housman drawing inspiration from Roman standards for a grand visual impact. The W.S.P.U regalia flag was a powerful symbol of the suffragette movement, representing their unwavering commitment to securing women's right to vote. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich history of the suffragette movement and the symbolic significance of their regalia.
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