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Votes for Women - Frederick Pethick-Lawrence as Suffragette
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Votes for Women - Frederick Pethick-Lawrence as Suffragette
Votes for Women - Frederick Pethick-Lawrence (1871-1961), (husband of prominent campaigner Emmeline Pethick-Lawrence) dressed as Suffragette selling Votes for Women - the 24th November 1911 issue, featuring an article written by Christabel Pankhurst entitles Why We Did It!. Date: 1911
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This photograph captures Frederick Pethick-Lawrence, a key figure in the British Suffrage Movement, dressed as a Suffragette to sell the Votes for Women newspaper on the streets of London on the 24th of November, 1911. Pethick-Lawrence, who was married to the prominent campaigner Emmeline Pethick-Lawrence, is seen here wearing a Suffragette hat adorned with a feather, a veil, and a bag, as well as a fake moustache to blend in with the crowds. The newspaper he is selling features an article by Christabel Pankhurst, a leading figure in the Women's Social and Political Union (WSPU), entitled "Why We Did It!" The Suffrage Movement, which advocated for women's right to vote, was a pivotal moment in the history of women's rights. The movement, which gained momentum in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, saw women taking to the streets in protest, engaging in hunger strikes, and even setting fire to buildings to bring attention to their cause. Pethick-Lawrence and his wife Emmeline were instrumental in the movement, publishing the Votes for Women newspaper and organizing rallies and demonstrations. Frederick Pethick-Lawrence's participation in this photograph is a testament to the couple's commitment to the cause and their willingness to use unconventional methods to bring attention to the plight of women seeking the right to vote. The photograph also highlights the role of men in the Suffrage Movement, who often faced criticism and ridicule for supporting women's rights. This photograph is a powerful reminder of the sacrifices and determination of those who fought for women's suffrage, and the progress that has been made in the fight for gender equality. The image of Pethick-Lawrence, dressed as a Suffragette, selling the Votes for Women newspaper, is a symbol of the unity and perseverance of the Suffrage Movement and the ongoing struggle for women's rights.
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