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W. S. P. U Defence of Militancy Old Bailey
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W. S. P. U Defence of Militancy Old Bailey
W.S.P.U Defence of Militancy Old Bailey. Entitled The Mans Share this is Frederick Pethick-Lawrences Defence of Militancy delivered from the Dock of the Old Bailey, May 20th 1912. Mr & Mrs. Pethick-Lawrence, Emmeline Pankhurst and Christabel were charged with conspiracy and incitement to commit damage upon the glass windows of shopkeepers. Date: 1912
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Bailey Charged Christabel Conspiracy Damage Defence Delivered Dock Emmeline Entitled Frederick Lawrence Pankhurst Pethick Share Shopkeepers Suffrage Suffragette Suffragettes Windows Wspu Commit Incitement Militancy Rights
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This powerful photo print, entitled "The Man's Share: W.S.P.U Defence of Militancy Old Bailey," captures a pivotal moment in the history of the women's suffrage movement in Britain. The image was taken on May 20, 1912, during the trial of Emmeline Pankhurst, Christabel Pankhurst, and Frederick and Emmeline Pethick-Lawrence at the Old Bailey in London. The quartet were charged with conspiracy and incitement to commit damage upon the glass windows of shopkeepers in the context of the militant suffrage campaign. At the dock, Frederick Pethick-Lawrence delivers a passionate defence of militancy, asserting the necessity of radical action to secure women's right to vote. The determination and resolve in their faces are palpable, as they stood firm in their beliefs despite the legal consequences. Emmeline Pankhurst and Christabel Pankhurst, prominent figures in the Women's Social and Political Union (W.S.P.U), were at the forefront of the suffrage movement, employing militant tactics such as window-breaking and arson to draw attention to their cause. This photograph is an essential historical document, providing a visual record of the intensity and conviction of the suffragettes' fight for women's suffrage. The image serves as a reminder of the courage and resilience of these women, who refused to be silenced or deterred in their pursuit of political equality. The title "The Man's Share" emphasizes the belief that men had a role to play in the suffrage movement as well, and underscores the collective nature of the struggle for women's rights.
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