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H. H. Asquith ambushed and captured by Suffragettes, 1908
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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
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Asquith Jessie Kenney Minister Prime Suffragettes Vera Wentworth Miss
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This historical illustration captures a pivotal moment in the fight for women's suffrage, as British Prime Minister H. H. Asquith is ambushed and captured by two fearless suffragettes, Miss Jessie Kenney and Miss Vera Wentworth. The scene unfolds outside Toynbes Hall in 1908, with Asquith looking startled as he is confronted by these determined women.
Miss Kenney stands confidently on the left, her gaze unwavering as she takes a stand for equality. On the right, Miss Wentworth appears resolute and ready to challenge the status quo. Together, they embody the spirit of defiance that characterized the suffragette movement during this era.
The tension in this illustration is palpable, with Asquith appearing caught off guard by these bold actions taken against him. It serves as a powerful reminder of the lengths to which women were willing to go in order to secure their right to vote.
As we reflect on this moment from history, let us honor the bravery and determination of those who fought tirelessly for gender equality. This image serves as a poignant reminder of how far we have come - and how much further we still have to go - in achieving true social justice for all.
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