Despard Collection

Suggragette Novel Outlawed Charlotte Despard. Outlawed A Novel on the Woman Suffrage Question, by Mrs. Despard (1844-1939) and Mabel Collins (Mrs. Keningale Cook)

Charlotte Despard, political activist and writer
Charlotte Despard, nee French (1844-1939), suffragette, novelist and Sinn Fein activist. She was an active member of the Labour Party, and joined, in turn

Buffalo Bill magazine -- original stories of the Far West, Buffalo Bill and Dark Despard. 1925

Portraits of campaigners for womens rights
Portraits of various campaigners for womens rights, who led a Suffragist Procession on 13 June 1908 from the Embankment to the Albert Hall: Charlotte Despard (Leader of the Womens Freedom League)

Suffragette House of Ladies. Women have taken over the House of Lords and chaos reigns, and politicians can only look down from the balcony. Christabel Pankhurst wears a uniform, while Mrs

Charlotte Despard Womans Franchise and Industry. Womens Freedom League pamphlet by Charlotte Despard (1844-1939) Date: circa 1910

Suffragette Charlotte Despard Exeter Hall. Charlotte Despard (1844-1939) addresses a meeting at the Exeter Hall, London after Dickinsons Bill was talked out in the House of commons. Date: 1907

Suffragette Charlotte Despard Caravan Tour. Charlotte Despard in the Womens Freedom League caravan, reading telegrams of congratulations on the start of the tour. Date: 1908

Suffragette Charlotte Despard trafalgar Square. Mrs. Charlotte Despard (1844-1939) speaking to a crowd (of mostly men) from a platform in Trafalgar Square

Suffragette Charlotte Despard Arrested 1909. Shows Mrs. Charlotte Despard (1844-1935) and Mrs. Cobden Sanderson (1853-1926) standing outside 10

Zosterops flavifrons, yellow-fronted white-eye
Ff. 158. Watercolour painting by George Forster annotated muscicapa heteroclita and made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)

Charlotte Despard Suffragette. Mrs. Charlotte Despard (1844-1939) portrait, Mrs. Despard left the W.S.P.U in 1907 to found the Womens Freedom League. Date: circa 1906

Charlotte Despard
CHARLOTTE DESPARD, founder & president of the Womens Freedon League Date: 1844 - 1939

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Charlotte Despard, a name that resonates with the spirit of rebellion and determination. Known as a political activist and writer, she fearlessly fought for women's rights in an era when their voices were stifled. Her legacy lives on through her novel "Outlawed, " which encapsulates the struggles faced by suffragettes. In the pages of Buffalo Bill magazine, Charlotte Despard's portrait shines alongside other courageous campaigners for women's rights. Their collective strength is palpable, inspiring generations to come. The Suffragette House of Ladies stands as a testament to Charlotte Despard's unwavering commitment to equality. Within its walls, discussions flourished, strategies were devised, and dreams took flight. Through her organization "Charlotte Despard Woman's Franchise and Industry, " she empowered countless women to break free from societal constraints. Her vision was not limited to suffrage but extended towards economic independence - truly revolutionary. Exeter Hall witnessed the fiery speeches of Suffragette Charlotte Despard as she rallied supporters and challenged conventions head-on. Her words echoed through history, igniting sparks of change in every corner. Undeterred by obstacles or oppositions, Charlotte embarked on a daring Caravan Tour across the country. From town squares to bustling streets, her presence demanded attention - a beacon of hope amidst adversity. Trafalgar Square became both stage and battleground for Suffragette Charlotte Despard as she fearlessly addressed crowds hungry for justice. The square reverberated with chants demanding equality while echoing her resolute voice. In 1909 came a pivotal moment in Charlotte Despard's journey – arrest. This act only fueled her determination further; it symbolized how far society needed to progress before embracing gender equality fully. Beyond activism lies another facet of this remarkable woman – Zosterops flavifrons or yellow-fronted white-eye bird enthusiast. A reminder that even those fighting tirelessly need moments of solace amidst nature's beauty.