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"Kenney: Leading Suffragettes who Paved the Way for Women's Rights" Annie Kenney, a prominent figure in the suffrage movement

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Leading Suffragettes
Five leading suffragettes: (from left) Lady Constance Lytton, Annie Kenney, Emmeline Pethick-Lawrence, Christabel Pankhurst and Sylvia Pankhurst

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Annie Kenney
a studio portrait of ANNIE KENNEY

Background imageKenney Collection: Annie Kenney Suffragette

Annie Kenney Suffragette. Miss. Annie Kenney (1879-1953) portrait. National Womens Social and Political Union. Date: circa 1908

Background imageKenney Collection: Suffragette Coronation Procession 1911 Souvenir

Suffragette Coronation Procession 1911 Souvenir
A souvenir and programme of the Womens Coronation Procession, 17th June, 1911, giving details of the Pageants. The Suffrage Societies taking part and the routes

Background imageKenney Collection: Jessie Kenney, British suffragette, dressed as a telegraph boy, 10 December 1909

Jessie Kenney, British suffragette, dressed as a telegraph boy, 10 December 1909. Jessie Kenney (1887-1985) as she tried to gain admittance to Prime Minister Herbert Asquiths meeting dressed as a

Background imageKenney Collection: The Human Letters dispatched by Jessie Kenney to Mr Asquith at 10 Downing Street, London, 1909

The Human Letters dispatched by Jessie Kenney to Mr Asquith at 10 Downing Street, London, 1909. Part of the campaign by the suffragette movement to win the vote for women

Background imageKenney Collection: Christabel Pankhurst and Annie Kenney, British suffragettes, 1909. Artist: GK Jones

Christabel Pankhurst and Annie Kenney, British suffragettes, 1909. Artist: GK Jones
Christabel Pankhurst and Annie Kenney, British suffragettes, 1909. Both Christabel Pankhurst (1880-1958) and Annie Kenney (1879-1953) were central members to the Suffragette movement

Background imageKenney Collection: Suffragette Mrs. Pankhurst Haverford West 1908

Suffragette Mrs. Pankhurst Haverford West 1908. Mrs. Pankhurst addresses a crowd at Haverford West, Pembrokeshire, in July 1908

Background imageKenney Collection: H. H. Asquith ambushed and captured by Suffragettes, 1908

H. H. Asquith ambushed and captured by Suffragettes, 1908
Illustration showing H.H. Asquith, British Prime Minister, being ambushed and captured by the suffragettes, Miss Jessie Kenney (on left) and Miss Vera Wentworth (on right), as he left Toynbes Hall

Background imageKenney Collection: Suffragette Jessie Kenney WSPU

Suffragette Jessie Kenney WSPU
Jessie Kenney models the DX2 replica Holloway Prison badge and prison bonnet. Other women are seen sewing more badges and bonnets before the demonstration by the W.S.P.U. Date: circa 1908

Background imageKenney Collection: Suffragette Annie Kenney Policeman

Suffragette Annie Kenney Policeman
Suffragette Annie Kenney pictured amongst a group of W.S.P.U members. The caption, hand written on the reverse reads, Miss Annie Kenney interrogating a policeman at the House of Commons

Background imageKenney Collection: Suffragette Demonstration W. S. P. U London 1908

Suffragette Demonstration W. S. P. U London 1908
A photo of a suffragette demonstration by the W.S.P.U through London in 1908. Mrs Pankhurst, Mary Clarke (Her sister), Charlotte Marsh and Jessie Kenney are seated in the brake

Background imageKenney Collection: Suffragette Deputation June 1909 Programme

Suffragette Deputation June 1909 Programme
A souvenir and programme announcing the Deputation to the Prime Minister, Asquith, at the House of Commons on Tuesday June 29th, 1909, at 8 p.m

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Suffragette W. S. P. U Demonstration Programme
A W.S.P.U programme for a Womens Demonstration at the Royal Albert Hall, 28th March 1912. Printed in purple with green pencil attached with green ribbon

Background imageKenney Collection: Suffragette Annie Kenney Character Sketch

Suffragette Annie Kenney Character Sketch. A Character Sketch of Annie Kenney (1879-1953) written by Frederick Pethick-Lawrence with an article by Annie Kenney on Prison faces This recounts

Background imageKenney Collection: Suffragette Annie Kenney Released Prisoners

Suffragette Annie Kenney Released Prisoners. Annie Kenney (1879-1953) at a reception in the Queens Hotel Bristol to welcome two released prisoners in March 1909

Background imageKenney Collection: Suffragette Leaders Mrs. Pankhurst in W. S. P. U Car

Suffragette Leaders Mrs. Pankhurst in W. S. P. U Car
Suffragette Leaders Mrs. Pankhurst in W.S.P.U Car. Mrs Pankhurst, Annie Kenney and Mrs. Pethick-Lawrence (standing) preparing to set off in the W.S.P.U motor cat

Background imageKenney Collection: Suffragettes Ejected Canford Park 1909

Suffragettes Ejected Canford Park 1909. Scene at Canford Park, Dorset, 2nd August, 1909, Suffragette escorted by policeman away from Liberal fete. Annie Kenney and others tried to question W.S

Background imageKenney Collection: Suffragettes Annie Kenney & Helen Fraser 1907

Suffragettes Annie Kenney & Helen Fraser 1907. Shows Annie Kenney and Helen Fraser (1881-1964) campaigning against the Liberal candidate, George Esslemont

Background imageKenney Collection: Neil Kenney Suffragette

Neil Kenney Suffragette. Sarah Ellen (Nell) Kenney (1876-1953) portrait. Nell Kenney was elder sister of Annie, Jessie, Caroline and Jane

Background imageKenney Collection: Jessie Kenney Disguised as Telegraph Boy

Jessie Kenney Disguised as Telegraph Boy. Jessie Kenney (1887-1985) disguised herself as a Telegraph boy in order to infiltrate the Albert Hall meeting at which Asquith was speaking

Background imageKenney Collection: James Kenney

James Kenney
JAMES KENNEY Irish playwright, author of many successful stage pieces including the immensely popular Sweethearts and wives. Friend of the Lambs. Date: 1780 - 1849

Background imageKenney Collection: Asquith Ambushed / 1908

Asquith Ambushed / 1908
Jessie Kenney & Vera Wentworth Ambush & Capture Asquith and ask him if he intends to give the vote to women

Background imageKenney Collection: A. Kenney & C. Pankhurst

A. Kenney & C. Pankhurst
Annie Kenney & Christabel Pankhurst



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"Kenney: Leading Suffragettes who Paved the Way for Women's Rights" Annie Kenney, a prominent figure in the suffrage movement, played a crucial role in advocating for women's right to vote. As an influential suffragette, she fearlessly fought against gender inequality and inspired countless others to join the cause. In 1911, Annie Kenney participated in the historic Suffragette Coronation Procession. This event served as a powerful reminder of women's determination to be heard and recognized as equal citizens. Another remarkable moment was when Jessie Kenney, Annie's sister, disguised herself as a telegraph boy on December 10th, 1909. She cleverly used this disguise to dispatch letters addressed to Mr Asquith at 10 Downing Street. This act showcased their unwavering commitment and resourcefulness in fighting for women's rights. A captivating artwork by GK Jones captures Christabel Pankhurst and Annie Kenney side by side in 1909. The painting immortalizes these two brave suffragettes who stood together against societal norms and injustice. Jessie it also made her mark through her involvement with the Women's Social and Political Union (WSPU). Her dedication can be seen through her participation in various demonstrations that aimed to raise awareness about women's suffrage issues. One iconic image shows Annie Kenney confronting a policeman during one of these demonstrations. It symbolizes the courage displayed by suffragettes like her who faced opposition head-on while demanding equality for all women. The Suffragette Deputation held in June 1909 had an impact on public opinion regarding women’s voting rights. The programme from this significant event highlights how determined individuals like Annie they were willing to go above and beyond to secure justice for future generations of women. The W. S. P. U Demonstration Programme is another testament to the tireless efforts put forth by activists such as Annie Kenney.