For many years women were not seen as equal human beings in the eyes of society. Men were strong, bold, and powerful, while women were caring, humble, and quiet. As men gained political power women were left behind, in essence their voice was not heard amongst society. From this inequality arose the women’s suffrage campaign, which lead to the ultimate movement. A campaign which was brought about by a group of abolitionist activists that consisted of women and a couple of men. This event took place in Seneca Falls, New York.
The suffrage campaign began prior to the emergence of the Civil War. Throughout the 1820’s and 30’s states began to allow the political involvement of voting to white men regardless of the amount of money they had or
The suffrage campaign began prior to the emergence of the Civil War. Throughout the 1820’s and 30’s states began to allow the political involvement of voting to white men regardless of the amount of money they had or