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Trudy Sellick, the youngest ever voter, aged 18 and 3 hours old
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Trudy Sellick, the youngest ever voter, aged 18 and 3 hours old
Trudy Sellick, the youngest ever voter, aged 18 and 3 hours old, casts her vote at the Bridgewater Bi-Elections Somerset, England.
Trudy Sellick of North Newton, Somerset, turned 18 on polling day.
This occasion was the first ever time in UK history that
an 18 year old can vote.
Tom King, Conservative Party, won with 25, 687 votes, and put down much of his victory to the young vote.
Picture taken 12th March 1970
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Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Somerset
England
70-2530
Media ID 21812642
© Mirrorpix
Polling Station Teenager Vote Voting 1970 Bridgewater Polling
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Trudy Sellick, the Youngest Ever Voter - A Historic Moment in UK Politics
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. In this print from 1970, we witness a significant moment in British history. Trudy Sellick, just 18 years and 3 hours old, casts her vote at the Bridgewater Bi-Elections in Somerset, England. The image captures the essence of youth and democracy intertwining as Trudy exercises her newly acquired right to participate in shaping her country's future. Hailing from North Newton, Somerset, Trudy celebrated her eighteenth birthday on polling day itself. This occasion marked an unprecedented milestone for young citizens across the United Kingdom - it was the first time ever that individuals aged 18 were granted suffrage. The photograph also sheds light on Tom King's victory as a Conservative Party candidate with an impressive tally of 25,687 votes. King attributed much of his success to capturing the support of young voters like Trudy. Their enthusiasm and fresh perspectives undoubtedly played a crucial role in shaping the outcome of these elections. As we gaze upon this remarkable snapshot frozen in time on March 12th, 1970, we are reminded of how far our society has come since then. It serves as a testament to progress and inclusivity within democratic systems worldwide while honoring those who bravely paved the way for future generations' political engagement.
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