Suffragettes And Suffreagists Flashcards
When was the suffragist campaign formed?
1897
Who was the leader of the suffragist movement?
Millicent fawcett
Who was the main supporters of the suffragists?
Backbench liberal MPs leading conservative MPs were supporters however leading liberals were against women’s suffrage because they richer women would vote for the conservatives
What were the suffragists main tactics?
Millicent fawcett argued MPs, issued leaflets, presented petitions and organised meetings PEACEFUL AND NON- VIOLENT
Was the suffragist campaign overall effective or not effective?
Effective
By 1914 how members did the suffragists have?
100,000
Give an example of what the suffragists processions were like?
They were very organised and their processions were dignified organised and impressive crowds of 20000 were not unusual
Did they think the suffragettes were right?
No they were outraged by the suffragettes which was beneficial because men were also against the suffragettes
When was he suffragette campaign formed?
1903
Why was the suffragettes campaign formed?
Because the suffragists were too moderate and peaceful and the suffragettes wanted to get their point across
Who were the supporters of the suffragists?
Mainly middle class
What did the suffragettes begin in 1908?
Direct action
Who chained themselves to the railings of 10 Downing Street as part of direct action?
Edith new
What three examples of what Emily Davison done?
- letter bombs
- throws herself in front of a horse Derby
- hides in a broom cupboard in parliament
What dos the times report about Emily Davidson actions/ death
Unlikely to increase the popularity of the suffragettes
