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American History Tellers
ENCORE: The Fight for Women's Suffrage | Silent Sentinels | 4
Mar 26, 2025
In March 1913, thousands marched in Washington, D.C., demanding the right to vote for women. Led by the determined Alice Paul, the suffrage parade faced violent resistance that underscored the societal backlash. The movement was fraught with strategic challenges, including financing and racial tensions. Differing tactics among activists created further divisions, exemplifying the broader struggles for equality. Key moments continued to shape the fight, as innovative strategies emerged amidst the ongoing push for a federal amendment.
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- Alice Paul's innovative leadership and dramatic protest tactics awakened public interest in the women's suffrage movement despite facing significant opposition.
- The contentious debate over racial representation during the suffrage march illustrated the complex dynamics of race and inclusion within the broader women's rights movement.
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The Historic March for Suffrage
In March 1913, thousands of women gathered in Washington, D.C., to march for a federal suffrage amendment. This event was organized by Alice Paul, who sought to apply dramatic, attention-grabbing tactics learned from the British suffrage movement. As the parade proceeded down Pennsylvania Avenue, the marchers faced harassment and violence from hostile crowds, resulting in chaos and multiple injuries among the demonstrators. Despite this violent backlash, the coverage of the event provided significant visibility for the suffrage cause, establishing a crucial moment in the struggle for women's voting rights.
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