Suffragette Trial Defence at Bow Street
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Suffragette Trial Defence at Bow Street
Suffragette Trial Defence at Bow Street. The defence barrister, T.M Healy (1855-1931) in the prosecution of eight members of the Womens Freedom League charged with obstructing police in Downing Street, 19th August 1909. Date: 1909
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Suffragette Trial Defence at Bow Street: A Pivotal Moment in the Fight for Women's Rights This historic photograph captures the intense moment of the Suffragette Trial Defence at Bow Street Magistrates' Court in London on 19th August 1909. The eight members of the Women's Freedom League, dressed in their distinctive colors, are charged with obstructing police in Downing Street during a peaceful protest for women's suffrage. At the forefront of the defence team is renowned barrister T.M. Healy (1855-1931), who would become a key figure in the suffragette movement's legal battles. Healy's unwavering support for women's rights and his eloquent defence speeches earned him the respect and admiration of the suffragettes and their supporters. The trial was a significant turning point in the suffrage movement's history, as it highlighted the growing public awareness and sympathy for the cause. The determination and courage of the suffragettes, as well as the support of their legal defenders like Healy, paved the way for the eventual passage of the Representation of the People Act in 1918, which granted some women the right to vote. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and struggles endured by the suffragettes in their quest for equality and the important role that the legal system and dedicated advocates like T.M. Healy played in securing women's rights.
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