It is commonly accepted that the vote for women was won as a result of women's work during the 1914-1918 war. However, many events, such as militant campaigns and marches preceded this time period which deserve credit.

1. The Women's Social and Political Union (W.S.P.U.) was founded by Emmeline Pankhurst and her daughters Christabel and Sylvia and was the first and largest militant suffrage group in England. This group's challenge on the Government lasted from 1903-1914.

Conclusion: Many rights and freedoms that we are privileged to have, we take for granted today. None of us could ever imagine not being able to vote, or being put in prison for writing a controversial article in a magazine. However, all of the freedoms we have, were gained by people who challenged the discrimination they faced long ago. Stories like these may be forgotten, but it is important that they be remembered so we do not forget how fortunate we are to live in a free country.

2. After asking the one simple question of "Will you give votes to women?" the room was in an uproar and women were arrested and sent to prison.

hes and peaceful agitation but appalling physical hardship, brutality, beatings, forcible feeding.

1. At first, meetings were held that were basically educational. Members of the W.S.P.U. would travel to different cities in England to hold public meetings

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