The Power of Women's Protests Throughout History

Throughout history, women have been at the forefront of protests and riots, demanding change and fighting for their rights. From the peasants' revolt in 1381, where women rose up against a new tax specifically targeting them, to the Bryant and May match factory strike in the 19th century, where women workers fought against poor conditions and low wages, women have been instrumental in driving social transformation. Even in more recent times, women have protested at Greenham Common against nuclear weapons and at vigils for victims of violence. Despite societal resistance and challenges, women continue to raise their voices and challenge the status quo.