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Women casting votes in Cheyenne, Wyoming, USA (lithograph)
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Women casting votes in Cheyenne, Wyoming, USA (lithograph)
7243346 Women casting votes in Cheyenne, Wyoming, USA (lithograph); Private Collection; (add.info.: Women casting their vote at the polls in Cheyenne, Wyoming Territory, USA. After an illustration by an unknown artist in the November 24, 1888 edition of Frank Leslie's Illustrated Newspaper. In 1869 the Wyoming Suffrage Act was passed and Wyoming became the first USA territory, or state to guarantee their women citizens full suffrage.); Photo © Ken Welsh. All rights reserved 2024
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© © Ken Welsh. All rights reserved 2024 / Bridgeman Images
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This powerful lithograph captures a historic moment in Cheyenne, Wyoming, USA, where women are seen casting their votes at the polls. The image is a poignant reminder of the groundbreaking Wyoming Suffrage Act of 1869, which made Wyoming the first territory or state in the USA to grant full suffrage rights to women.
The scene depicted in this print showcases the determination and courage of these pioneering women as they exercise their right to vote. It serves as a testament to their resilience and commitment to equality during a time when such actions were revolutionary.
The unknown artist behind this illustration captured not only the physical act of voting but also the spirit of empowerment and progress that it represents. Through their work, they immortalized an important moment in American history that paved the way for future generations of women to participate fully in democracy.
As we look back on this piece from the late nineteenth century, we are reminded of how far we have come in terms of gender equality and political representation. It stands as a tribute to those who fought tirelessly for equal rights and serves as inspiration for continued advocacy and activism today.
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