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Suffragette Militants Smashed Windows
Photograph of the damage inflicted on the plate glass windows of the shipping line Hamburg - Amerika. The building in Cockspur Street was attacked in March 1912 during the W.S.P.Us window smashing

Anti-Suffrage Cartoon Votes for Women
A girl sneaks in to the offices of the militant suffragettes to see piles of newspapers, hammers, whips and stones. All part of the W.S.P.Us arsenal

Suffragette Grace Roe Arrest 1914. Grace Watney Rose (1885-1979) was arrested in May 1914 when police raided the W.S.P.Us headquarters Lincolns Inn House

Suffragette Barbara Ayrton Campaign Bus
Barbara Ayrton stands on the running board of the W.S.P.Us battle bus, while suffragettes sell copies of Votes for Women newspaper, Date: 1909

Suffragette Womens Exhibition 1909 Cartoon Model
One of a series of 12 Cartoons in Model, part of the Political Peepshow exhibit at the W.S.P.Us Womens Exhibition, May 1909

The Suffragette Newspaper Placard Asquith
Placard advertising the W.S.P.Us paper, The Suffragette edited by Christabel Pankhurst. The issue in question was no. 47, September 5, 1913, with the banner headline, ASQUITH AT BAY

Suffragette W. S. P. U Shop Kensington
Suffragette W.S.P.U Shop Kensington. The W.S.P.Us shop and office at 143. Church Street, Kensington, the Hon. Sec. (from 1911) was Evelyn Sharp (1869-1955) seen here with Votes for Women placard

Suffragette in Prison Dress Cleaning Kettle. A suffragette in replica prison uniform, sits polishing a cooking pot. She wears a large prison badge, issued from Holloway Prison

W. S. P. U Fife and Drum Band 1909
W.S.P.U Fife and Drum Band 1909. The W.S.P.Us Fife and Drum band was formed in early 1909, and first appeared in public in May 1909 to advertise the Womens Exhibition at the Princes Skating Rink

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"WSPU: The Unyielding Spirit of Suffragettes" Step into the captivating world of the Women's Social and Political Union (WSPU), a movement that defied societal norms and fought relentlessly for women's rights. From anti-suffrage cartoons mocking "Votes for Women" to suffragette militants smashing windows, this caption delves into the extraordinary events that shaped history. In 1914, suffragette Grace Roe's arrest became a symbol of defiance as she fearlessly stood up against oppression. Meanwhile, Barbara Ayrton campaigned tirelessly on a bus adorned with powerful messages advocating equality. The Suffragette Women's Exhibition in 1909 showcased their unwavering determination through thought-provoking cartoons featuring models demanding justice. Even in death, Emmeline Pankhurst's funeral united thousands who mourned her loss but vowed to carry on her legacy. The iconic placard from The Suffragette newspaper boldly challenged Prime Minister Asquith, reminding him that change was inevitable. W. S. P. U Shop in Kensington served as a hub where like-minded individuals gathered to strategize and mobilize for progress. Behind bars, suffragettes dressed in prison attire defiantly cleaned kettles while maintaining their dignity. The rhythmic beats of the W. S. P. U Fife and Drum Band echoed through streets during protests, instilling hope among supporters. However, not all methods were peaceful; arson attacks rocked Bristol as suffragettes resorted to extreme measures to be heard. Yet amidst it all, these courageous women remained undeterred by adversity. The WSPU embodied resilience and strength throughout their fight for gender equality - an enduring spirit that continues to inspire generations today.