Suffragette Defies the Tyrant Man
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Suffragette Defies the Tyrant Man
Suffragette Defies the Tyrant Man. Depicts a very small suffragette carrying a VFW flag while a very tall policeman, hands behind his back, looks down at her from the pavement. It makes her look tiny and insignificant which may be the message the artist intended. Date: circa 1908
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Behind Defies Depicts Hands Intended Makes Message Policeman Suffrage Suffragette Suffragettes Tall Tiny Tyrant Insignificant Rights
Suffragette Defies the Tyrant Man
EDITORS COMMENTS
is a powerful and evocative image from the early days of the women's suffrage movement in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The photograph, believed to have been taken around 1908, captures a moment of defiance and determination as a small, unyielding suffragette stands her ground against a towering policeman. The suffragette, carrying a Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) flag, is a symbol of the courage and resilience of the women's suffrage movement. The VFW flag, which was not officially associated with the suffragettes, may have been used to draw attention to the cause and to highlight the parallels between the fight for women's suffrage and the military service of men. The policeman, with his hands behind his back and a stern expression on his face, looms over the suffragette, making her appear tiny and insignificant in comparison. This contrast in size and power is a visual representation of the unequal balance of power between men and women during this time. The artist's intent in creating this image is open to interpretation, but it is clear that the photograph captures the essence of the suffragette's unwavering commitment to the cause of women's suffrage in the face of oppression and intimidation. The image serves as a reminder of the struggles and sacrifices made by suffragettes and their allies in the fight for women's rights and the important role that civil disobedience and peaceful protest can play in bringing about social change. Overall, "Suffragette Defies the Tyrant Man" is a significant historical photograph that continues to resonate with audiences today, inspiring us to stand up for our beliefs and to never give up in the face of adversity.
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