Suffragettes at Buckingham Palace, London
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Suffragettes at Buckingham Palace, London
Suffragettes, led by Mrs Emmeline Pankhurst, attempting to present a petition to King George V at Buckingham Palace, London. Numerous arrests were made. Including a drawing of the Palace to show how the suffragettes approached the building. Date: May 1914
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This evocative image captures a pivotal moment in the fight for women's suffrage in the United Kingdom, as Suffragettes led by the renowned activist Emmeline Pankhurst, attempt to present a petition to King George V at Buckingham Palace in London, May 1914. The determined group, dressed in their iconic purple, white, and green colors, are seen approaching the grand Palace gates, surrounded by an array of police officers, ready to make arrests. The Palace, with its intricate architecture and high walls, serves as a stark backdrop to the unfolding conflict. Mrs. Pankhurst, a leading figure in the Women's Social and Political Union (WSPU), is at the forefront of the procession, her unwavering gaze fixed on the Palace. The suffragettes, fueled by their passion for women's rights and equality, had marched from Hyde Park to present their petition, only to be met with resistance from the authorities. The scene is filled with tension, as the suffragettes come into direct confrontation with the royalty and the law. This powerful photograph, taken by an unknown photographer, is a testament to the courage and determination of the suffragettes during a time when women's voices were not heard in the halls of power. The image offers a glimpse into the rich history of the suffrage movement and the sacrifices made by these pioneering women in their quest for equality and the right to vote.
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