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Teach the Young idea - to window-smash
The elderly suffragette (a believer in the window-breaking policy): Look, dear - thats the sort of hammer. Cartoon commenting on the window-smashing policy of militant suffragettes. Date: 1912
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Apr18 Campaign Enfranchisement Hammer Smashing Suffrage Suffragette Suffragettes Votes Rights
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This cartoon print, dated 1912, depicts an elderly suffragette, with a determined look in her eyes, holding up a hammer and gazing at a shattered window. The caption reads, "Look, dear - that's the sort of hammer." This humorous illustration is a commentary on the militant tactics employed by some suffragettes during the suffrage movement in the early 20th century. The suffrage campaign, which aimed to secure the right to vote for women, saw various forms of protests and civil disobedience. One such tactic was window-smashing, where activists would break windows of government buildings and other symbols of authority as a form of protest. This provocative act was intended to draw attention to their cause and put pressure on the government to grant women the right to vote. The cartoonist's use of humor in this image is noteworthy, as it highlights the complexities of the suffrage movement and the diverse perspectives within it. While some saw the militant tactics as radical and destructive, others believed they were necessary to bring about change. This print serves as a reminder of the courage and determination of the suffragettes, who ultimately succeeded in securing women's enfranchisement in the United Kingdom. The intricate details of the cartoon, from the suffragette's wrinkled clothes and expressive face to the broken glass and shattered window, add to its visual appeal and historical significance. This print is a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering insight into a pivotal moment in women's history and the power of peaceful protest and civil disobedience.
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